You Do Have Rights With Arizona Paternity Laws
In Arizona, a father has nearly the same rights as a mother when it comes to paternity laws, with one notable exception – until Arizona paternity is established and a custody order entered, a mother is presumed to be the sole custodian of the child. A birth certificate is evidence of Arizona paternity but, it is not conclusive in courts’ view. To solidify paternity rights and obligations, an Order of Paternity must be sought. The Order is issued by the court to officially declare the father’s identity. Only after Arizona paternity is officially ordered can a court also enter permanent Arizona child support, custody, and visitation orders. Let qualified Arizona paternity attorneys like Wilson Overstreet help you navigate the desert landscape of Arizona paternity laws.
Can the State of Arizona becomes involved in Arizona paternity cases? Yes, the first time is when Arizona paternity is established and the second is when one of the parties requests assistance enforcing an Arizona child support order. The State is willing to establish Arizona paternity because an Arizona paternity order is almost always accompanied by a child support order, which means the likelihood of a parent needing state assistance to support the child has diminished. Sometimes the State even seeks reimbursement from non-custodial parents for State assistance previously provided.
If you have questions about your Arizona paternity rights or questions about Arizona child support, we advise you to seek proper legal guidance. Do some research and understand paternity laws prior to agreeing to any Arizona child support. And always be sure to hire an experienced qualified attorney who is skilled in Arizona paternity laws and Arizona child support.
Looking for an experienced Arizona paternity lawyer or an attorney experienced in Arizona child support? Look no further than Wilson Overstreet. If you have a family law need, we're here to help. Contact us today for a consultation.
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