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State of Utah, Department of Health Voluntary Declaration of Paternity: What You Should Know See Utah Code Annotated, sections 78B15301 to 313 The Voluntary Declaration of Paternity (GDP) allows unmarried

How to fill out voluntary declaration of paternity

How to fill out a voluntary declaration of paternity:

1. Obtain the necessary forms: Visit your local government office or website to obtain the voluntary declaration of paternity form.
2. Fill in personal information: Provide your full name, date of birth, address, and contact information in the designated fields on the form.
3. Provide the child's information: Include the child's full name, date of birth, and any other requested information regarding the child's identity.
4. Identify the father: Indicate your relationship to the child and state that you are the biological father or presumed father.
5. Sign the declaration: Sign the form in the presence of a witness, as a witness is often required to attest to the father's identity.
6. Submit the form: Return the completed declaration to the appropriate government office or agency.
7. Obtain a copy: Request a copy of the completed declaration for your records.

Who needs a voluntary declaration of paternity:

1. Unmarried couples: This form is typically needed by unmarried couples who want to legally establish paternity for the child.
2. Biological fathers: If the father wants to claim legal rights and responsibilities for the child, a voluntary declaration of paternity may be required.
3. Parents seeking child support or custody: In cases where child support or custody arrangements need to be determined, a voluntary declaration of paternity may be necessary to establish the father's legal rights.

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What is voluntary declaration of paternity?

Voluntary declaration of paternity is a legal document signed by the biological parents of a child to establish the father-child relationship.

Who is required to file voluntary declaration of paternity?

Both the mother and father of the child are required to file voluntary declaration of paternity.

How to fill out voluntary declaration of paternity?

Voluntary declaration of paternity can be filled out at the hospital at the time of the child's birth or at a local child support agency.

What is the purpose of voluntary declaration of paternity?

The purpose of voluntary declaration of paternity is to establish legal paternity, which grants the child certain rights and benefits such as inheritance, health insurance, and child support.

What information must be reported on voluntary declaration of paternity?

The voluntary declaration of paternity typically requires the names, signatures, and contact information of both parents, as well as the child's name and date of birth.