Question 5

What if I believe I am not the father?

Answer

You need to contact the assigned caseworker and request a genetic test. You will be required to sign a legal document requesting the test, and then the test will be scheduled for you, the mother and the child. Genetic testing determines if you are the child's father.

The Department of Child Support Services will inform you by mail of the test results, whether they are positive or negative. An explanation will be included. If the test proves you are the father, you will need to call and schedule an appointment with your caseworker. If you live out of the area, this can be handled by mail. If the test proves you are not the father, the complaint against you will be dismissed and you will be mailed a copy of dismissal.

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