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Filling out the Family Court Forms for Rhode Island can seem daunting, but this guide will help you navigate the process with ease. You will learn how to accurately complete the required fields and ensure your documents are properly submitted.

Follow the steps to complete the form correctly.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to access the Family Court form and open it for editing.
2. Fill in the complaint number, petition number, juvenile number, and reciprocal number in the designated fields at the top of the form.
3. In the section labeled 'ORDER ACKNOWLEDGING PATERNITY,' enter the name of the father followed by their address, including the city/town, state, and date of birth.
4. Specify the father’s place of birth and confirm the acknowledgment of paternity by selecting the appropriate checkboxes for DNA testing or acknowledgment.
5. Complete the section listing the child’s information, including first, middle, and last names, as well as their date of birth, alongside the mother’s name.
6. If applicable, indicate any additional status for the mother or father, including if their whereabouts are unknown or if they are deceased by checking the relevant boxes.
7. Once you have filled in all necessary fields, review the completed form for accuracy before signing it. Both the mother and father should provide their signatures.
8. At the end of the form, make sure to have the approval signature from the Chief Judge, Associate Justice, or General Magistrate.
9. After all sections are completed and verified, save the document to preserve your changes. This document can then be downloaded, printed, or shared as needed.

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