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In Tennessee, the biological father can be listed on the birth certificate if both parents agree. If the father insists on being listed, he must establish paternity through voluntary acknowledgment or a court order. To add another mans name, a legal adoption process is required, which involves terminating the biological fathers rights. Termination can be pursued if the father has abandoned the child, is unfit, or poses a risk. If the father is on SSI for mental health issues, it could impact his custody and visitation rights. A restraining order can limit his contact and affect custody decisions. Consult a family law attorney for detailed advice. Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee offers free services for low-income individuals.Full Conversation
My childs father does not live in my state and he wants to be on the borth certificate , but hes never around and i do t want him on the birth cerficate becauae he only wants to have controll and be on there for all.the wrong reasons i want someone else to be there on.
Hello ****, I understand your situation. Can you please tell me which state you live in? Laws regarding birth certificates vary by location.
TN
Hello ****,
In Tennessee:
- The biological father can be listed on the birth certificate if both parents agree.
- If you don't want him listed, you're not obligated to do so.
- Listing someone else might require a legal adoption process.
Please consult a family law attorney for detailed advice.
What if the biological father is not in my state abd tried to take me to court to be put on the birth cerficate ?
If the biological father insists on being on the birth certificate, he would need to establish paternity. In Tennessee, this can be done in two ways:
- Voluntary Acknowledgement of Paternity
- Court order
Please consult a family law attorney for detailed advice.
But again i dont want him on it at all he has denied him from birth and he is a narricist is there a way i can get someone else on the certificate without having to have my biological.childs father sign roght over or anything ?
In Tennessee, you can't add someone else's name to the birth certificate without a legal adoption. Consult a family lawyer to explore possibilities based on your situation.
How would another man go about legal.adobting my child to be on the borth cerficate if the bio dad wants to be on there as well
In Tennessee, for another man to legally adopt your child:
- Biological father's rights must be terminated.
- Prospective father must apply for adoption.
- A home study may be needed.
- Court approval is required.
Please consult with a family law attorney for more details.
How can younterminate biological fathers rights?
In Tennessee, to terminate a biological father's rights, you must prove in court that:
- The father has abandoned the child.
- The father is unfit or poses a risk to the child.
- It's in the child's best interest.
Please consult a family law attorney for detailed advice.
What if the childs father is in another state thenyou.are.and you want to terminate his rights
In Tennessee, the process to terminate parental rights is the same, even if the father lives in another state. However, the state where the father resides may also have jurisdiction. It's crucial to consult a family law attorney to understand the best way to proceed.
And if i put the biological fatjer on the borth certificate what does he have rights to ?
In Tennessee, if the biological father is on the birth certificate, he may have rights to:
- Legal recognition as the father
- Custody or visitation
- Involvement in major decisions
Please consult a family law attorney for specific advice.
What ifnthe father is on ssi for mental issues ?
In Tennessee, if the father is on SSI for mental health issues, it could impact custody and visitation rights. It depends on:
- The severity of his condition
- His ability to provide care
- The overall well-being of the child
Please consult a family law attorney for specific advice.
Okay thank you so much is there anybfree family lawyers i can reach out to i dont ahve a lot of money
Yes, ****. You can reach out to the Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee. They provide free legal services to low-income individuals. Here's their contact:
~Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.las.org~
Thank you so much
You're welcome, ****! Don't hesitate to reach out if you have more questions in the future. Best of luck with your situation.
Inhad one more question
Of course, ****. Please feel free to ask your question. I'm here to assist you.
If inhad to get a restraining order against the bioliogal father how would that affect things ?
In Tennessee:
- A restraining order can limit the biological father's contact with you and potentially the child.
- It could impact his rights if he's proven to be a risk.
- It might be considered during custody and visitation decisions.
Please consult a legal professional for specific advice.
Ok.thank you
You're welcome, ****! If you have any more questions in the future, don't hesitate to contact us. Good luck with everything.
Thanks
You're welcome, ****! I'm glad I could assist you. Remember, we're here to help with any future legal questions. Best of luck with your situation.
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