My question involves child support in the State of: Utah
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What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Utah
I am a single mom to my beautiful little girl who was born on 4/11/10. She is almost 3 months old. Her father has never once seen her and has not paid a dime in child support (willingly). I didn't put him on her BC. My mother and my best friend have been on me since day one to go after him for CS and at first I didn't think I cared but I have now decided that they are right - I just hope I really am going to be doing the right thing and am wondering what I'm in for. He has refused to be a part of her life since I told him I was pregnant so I don't think he will want any kind of visitation rights - and I'm fine with that, but I do want him to pay CS. Did I make a mistake not putting him on her BC? Will they court order a paternity test if I file for CS? My other big question is I have been doing a little research on my own and found out that since I'm 17 and he's 32 he could be charged with statutory rape if I file (because they would obviously know my age and his) - even if I and my parents don't want to press charges. Would this even enter into it? I thought 16 was legal in my state but found out that it is unless the person you had sex with is 10+ years older. I'm really worried about that possibly entering into it even if I don't want to press charges because if it did, he could end up in prison and how would that do my daughter any good. I have made an appointment for a consultation with a lawyer for this coming Monday but I'm just looking to get some advice and insight in the meantime and find out if I might be in for a real ride and if I'm even smart to do this? I just want him to help provide for my daughter - nothing more, nothing less. I just want to do what is best for her. Help! Thank you in advance!

