In many cases, men and women need to come to an agreement on who the child’s father is. In some situations, there is a question about the actual paternity, or biological factor. When there is any question, it is often best to turn to a DNA test for answers. These tests are far easier to obtain than they used to be. And, they are readily available. The information they offer is very much trusted and can provide a straight answer in matters of paternity. And, they can play a role in child support matters as well.

Establishing Paternity

If your child’s father is not listed on the birth certificate or he is making claims of not being the child’s father, the first step the court will require is the establishment of paternity. This is done through a court order, when necessary, or through DNA testing done voluntarily by all parties. While you may be frustrated that the child’s father is making this type of request before providing support, realize that it can be one of the best steps you take to ensure the legal obligation to pay such support is established.

A DNA testing center can answer these questions for you. You’ll be able to gather DNA from al people involved (the child, the father, and in some cases the mother). This information is then used to compare the number of markers or locations in which the DNA matches. Once this process goes forward, it provides a very specific and straight answer as to whether or not the man is the child’s father or not. Generally, there is very little question about this after the DNA test is complete.

Obtaining Child Support

With this information, you can then request formal child support more confidently. Most states require that fathers pay child support if and when they financially can for the biological children. This test helps to confirm that the father is in fact legally bound to this requirement. DNA testing erases the questions about paternity and establishes the legal groundwork for working towards child support.

Do you have questions about paternity? If so, call our office. Discuss your matters with the best DNA testing center in New York and get the answers you need. Doing this before seeking paternity is always best but it can be done at any time there is a question.