Illinois Affidavit in Support of Establishing Paternity

• Category: Family Law - Paternity - Interstate Family Support Act UIFSA
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-01600C
• Format: Word; PDF; Rich Text

Description

This form is an Affidavit in Support of Establishing Paternity. This affidavit should be used in providing proof of the paternity of a child. The mother and alleged father are responsible for answering a series of questions listed on the affidavit.

The Illinois Affidavit in Support of Establishing Paternity is a legal document used to establish the parent-child relationship between a father and a child. This affidavit is typically used when the child's parents are unmarried at the time of the child's birth. The affidavit plays a crucial role in ensuring the father's rights and responsibilities towards the child. To execute an Illinois Affidavit in Support of Establishing Paternity, both the mother and the alleged father must complete and sign the document in the presence of a notary public. This affidavit serves as a voluntary acknowledgment of paternity, and once properly executed, it establishes legal paternity between the father and the child. This document includes essential information such as the child's full name, date of birth, and place of birth. It also requires the father's full name, date of birth, address, and Social Security number. The mother's details are also captured, including her full name, date of birth, address, and Social Security number. Additionally, any information regarding voluntary paternity testing or genetic testing is mentioned. By completing the Illinois Affidavit in Support of Establishing Paternity, the father accepts legal responsibility for the child's financial support, medical care, and inheritance rights. With the establishment of paternity through this affidavit, the child gains important benefits such as access to health insurance coverage, social security benefits, and potential inheritance rights. It is important to note that there are different types of Illinois Affidavits in Support of Establishing Paternity, depending on the circumstances. These include: 1. Voluntary Acknowledgment of Paternity (VAP): This form is commonly used when both parents agree on the child's paternity without requiring a court order. 2. Presumed Father Affidavit: If a man is presumed to be the father based on certain legal criteria, such as being married to the mother at the time of conception or birth, he may use this affidavit to establish paternity. 3. Genetic Testing Affidavit: In situations where there is uncertainty about the biological father, this affidavit is used to request and document genetic testing to determine paternity accurately. 4. Putative Father Registry Affidavit: Unmarried men who believe they may be the biological father of a child can register themselves as potential fathers in the Illinois Putative Father Registry, which requires the submission of this affidavit. These various types of affidavits address different scenarios and enable individuals to legally establish paternity in Illinois. It is important to consult with legal professionals or the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services to ensure the appropriate affidavit is used in each specific case.