Waiving Rights to Genetic Testing

kaykay81 · #1 03-09-2009, 07:20 PM

My question involves paternity law for the State of: il

ok my ex just told me that he has to get a lawyer regarding our issue with paternity regarding my child. He did a dna test at home, which i know is not recgonized by the state. State told me to file child support against him even though his test says he is not the father. First why would he need a lawyer? when state is doing second paternity test....second, on the acknowledgement of paternity it says waived rights to genetic testing...what does that mean?? are the courts going to hold him responsible no matter what? i made my mistakes but i want this all to be over for him and i....just need to know what exactly is going on...he also signed the birth cert too...any light on this is appreciated...and no judgements on me...i have had enough and just want opinions and facts.

Mr. Knowitall · #2 03-12-2009, 08:50 AM

Is there a paternity action pending or not? He may be using a lawyer to help him set aside the acknowledgment of paternity. He may be "being careful."

If the court orders DNA testing, that will establish whether or not he's the father. You have a pretty good idea of whether or not somebody else could be the father - we don't have that information.

jacksmom · #3 03-12-2009, 08:58 AM

He needs an attorney because he is contesting paternity. He could go by himself, I wouldn't try it alone. Waiving rights to test means he chose not to have a DNA test done at signing of AOP. Those words mean nothing. Now after 2 years, it would be different. Another test will be taken. Just hang in there. To me, the AOP's and Paternity Affidavitts are worthless unless both parties are willing to take responsibility and in a loving caring relationship. You can sign something one day and change your mind the next??? Just my 2 cents. Good luck

kaykay81 · #4 03-12-2009, 09:01 AM

yeah there is another possiblity for a father...i was stupid and cheated...now paying for it more then you know. Raising my child alone is punishment enough for my actions. I guess i didnt think a lawyer needed to be involved...i am cooperating with him...but he made it sound like the courts are going to hold him responsible no matter what...just confused to this whole process and wish it was over...the ex that signed the aop would be a better parent..grrrr...i feel stupid...