Get Wisconsin Voluntary Paternity Acknowledgment Form

Filling out the Wisconsin Voluntary Paternity Acknowledgment Form is an important step for parents establishing paternity. This guide provides a clear, step-by-step approach to help you complete the form accurately and efficiently online, ensuring that both parents have their rights acknowledged and understood.

Follow the steps to fill out the form successfully.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to download and access the Wisconsin Voluntary Paternity Acknowledgment Form in your preferred digital format.
2. Provide your information in the designated fields. Make sure to enter the full names of both parents, including any middle names, as they appear on identification documents.
3. Complete the child’s information section by filling out the child's name and date of birth. If the child does not have a name yet, you can indicate 'unnamed'.
4. Both parents must confirm whether they want to change the child's name by answering 'yes' or 'no' in the appropriate section.
5. Read and understand the Rights and Responsibilities page attached to the form. Each parent should be aware of their rights and any implications of acknowledging paternity.
6. Both parents must sign the form in the presence of a notary public. Ensure that all information has been filled out completely and accurately before signing.
7. After notarization, double-check that the correct filing fee is included and mail the completed form to the State Vital Records Office within five days of the child’s birth.

Complete the Wisconsin Voluntary Paternity Acknowledgment Form online today to establish paternity and secure your child's legal rights.