This is an official Washington court form for use in a paternity case, a Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law on Petition for Establishment of Parentage Pursuant to RCW 26.26. USLF amends and updates these forms as is required by Washington Statutes and Law.
Bellevue Washington WPF PS 16.0400 — Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law is a legal document that addresses the establishment of parentage under the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) 26.26. It provides a detailed description of the findings of fact and conclusions of law relevant to a petition filed to determine parentage. In Bellevue, Washington, WPF PS 16.0400 — Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law is used to address various types of cases and situations involving parentage. These may include: 1. Paternity Petition: This type of petition is filed when an individual, typically a father, seeks to establish legal parentage or obtain rights and responsibilities for a child born out of wedlock. 2. Maternity Petition: A maternity petition is filed when an individual, usually a mother, seeks to establish legal parentage or assert parental rights and responsibilities for a child. 3. Same-Sex Parentage Petition: This type of petition is filed by same-sex couples seeking to establish legal parentage or obtain rights and responsibilities for a child born or conceived during their marriage or domestic partnership. 4. Assisted Reproduction Petition: In cases where assisted reproductive technologies, such as sperm or egg donation, surrogacy, or in vitro fertilization, are involved, this type of petition is filed to establish legal parentage for the intended parents. Regardless of the specific circumstances, Bellevue Washington WPF PS 16.0400 — Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law ensures that a thorough examination is conducted to determine the facts surrounding the parent-child relationship. The findings of fact are based on evidence presented during the proceeding, such as genetic testing, testimonies, legal documents, and other relevant information. The conclusions of law, on the other hand, involve the application of legal principles and statutes to the established facts. The purpose of this document is to provide a comprehensive and legally binding decision on the establishment of parentage, including rights, responsibilities, custody, visitation, and child support. The findings and conclusions outlined in Bellevue Washington WPF PS 16.0400 — Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law serve as the court's ruling on the petition for establishment of parentage, ensuring clarity and legal protection for all parties involved.
