Can I voluntarily acknowledge paternity?

Yes, in Nebraska, you can voluntarily acknowledge paternity. Acknowledging paternity allows for a legal declaration of a child’s father. It is done through the Office of Vital Records in Nebraska. You will need to fill out a Paternity Acknowledgement form and have it notarized. This form allows the father to legally declare himself as the parent of the child and have his name put on the child’s birth certificate. Once the form is completed and filed at the Vital Records Office, the father is recognized as the child’s legal parent and is responsible for the financial support of the child. If the mother and father cannot agree on the paternity of the child or if the father refuses to sign the paternity affidavit, a court order can be required. This process requires a DNA test to determine the biological parent. The court will consider the evidence presented to determine whether the person claiming to be the father is the biological parent. If you decide to voluntarily acknowledge paternity in Nebraska, you are legally responsible for the child’s financial support and the mother will have the right to get financial assistance from the courts if you are unable to pay. It is important to be sure of the paternity before taking this step as it is legally binding.

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