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This form should be used by a birth mother or father to ask the court to establish . paternity, a . time-sharing schedule, and/or . child support . of a minor child or children. This means that you are trying to legally establish who is the father of the child(ren). This form should be typed or printed in black ink.
Florida’s new custody law for unmarried parents has changed, now granting both the mother and father equal rights if paternity has been established. Highlights. 💡 Prior to July 1st, 2023, the mother was presumed to be the natural guardian, entitled to 100% of time sharing until a court order.
25 mar 2022 · Resources & Services. Office of Family Courts. Family Court in Florida. Family Law Forms. 12.983 Forms A - G. Petition to Determine Paternity and for Related Relief.
Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a new law recognizing the rights of unwed fathers, which came into effect on July 1, 2023. This amendment to Florida’s “natural guardians” law (Section 744.301) heralds a significant milestone in the fight for paternal rights and recognizes the integral role fathers play in the lives of their children.
This form should be used by a birth mother or father to ask the court to establish paternity, a time-sharing schedule, and/or child support of a minor child or children. This means that you are trying to legally establish who is the father of the child(ren). This form should be typed or printed in black ink.
The new law changes Florida Statute 742, a law that governs parental rights, child support, and responsibilities of both parents related to a newborn child. Beginning July 1st, 2023 many unwed fathers will now automatically receive specific parental rights that formerly went exclusively to the mother of the newborn child.
