Putative father means a reputed father, as established by: any person adjudicated by a court of a state to be the father of a child born out of wedlock.; any person who has filed with the registry before or after the birth of a child born out of wedlock, a notice of intent to claim paternity of the child; any person adjudicated by a court of another state or territory of the United States to be the father of a child born out of wedlock, where a certified copy of the court order has been filed with the registry by the person or any other person; and any person who has filed with the registry an instrument acknowledging paternity. The majority of the states in the United States have a putative father registry, usually administered by the state's Department of Vital Records.
This form is a generic example that may be referred to when preparing such a form for your particular state. It is for illustrative purposes only. Local laws should be consulted to determine any specific requirements for such a form in a particular jurisdiction.
The South Dakota Agreement for Consent Judgment Establishing Paternity, Granting Joint Legal and Physical Custody of Minor Child to Mother and Father, and Establishing Child Support Payments to Mother is a legally binding document that sets forth the rights and responsibilities of both parents regarding the child's custody, visitation, and financial support. This agreement is designed to ensure the child's well-being by establishing a clear framework for parenting. It includes the following key provisions: 1. Paternity Establishment: The agreement confirms the legal paternity of the child, which establishes the rights and obligations of both parents. 2. Joint Legal Custody: The parents share decision-making authority regarding the child's education, healthcare, religious upbringing, and other important aspects of their life. They commit to consult and cooperate with each other in making these decisions. 3. Joint Physical Custody: Both parents are granted significant and meaningful time with the child. This arrangement aims to promote healthy parent-child relationships and allows the child to maintain strong bonds with both parents. 4. Visitation Schedule: The agreement outlines a detailed visitation schedule, ensuring that the child spends regular and consistent time with each parent. This schedule may include weekdays, weekends, holidays, school breaks, and other special occasions. 5. Child Support Payments: The agreement establishes the financial responsibilities of the noncustodial parent (typically the father) towards the custodial parent (typically the mother). It includes the amount and frequency of child support payments, taking into account factors such as income, expenses, and the child's needs. It's important to note that while this description covers the general aspects of the South Dakota Agreement for Consent Judgment Establishing Paternity, Granting Joint Legal and Physical Custody of Minor Child to Mother and Father, and Establishing Child Support Payments to Mother, specific variations or modifications of this agreement may exist. For example, there may be specific agreements tailored to different circumstances, such as joint physical custody with primary residence at one parent's home or agreements that address additional parenting issues unique to the parties involved. It is advisable to consult with a family law attorney or mediator to ensure all necessary provisions are included when drafting such an agreement.
