What is Genetic Testing for Paternity?
If you are not sure of the child’s father, DNA can be tested to find out if the man is the biological father of the child(ren).
How Does Genetic Testing Help?
Testing of a mother and child helps to find out a genetic match to the tested man. The tested man is compared with the mother and child.
What Does Genetic Test Results Mean?
If the tested man does not have the paternal matches, he can be excluded as the father. If the tested man has the paternal matches, strong evidence can prove he is the father.
Is There a Cost for Genetic Testing?
No. It is free for the tested man.
How Do I Get Genetic Testing?
You may open a case with our office to establish paternity for your child.
Do Courts Accept Genetic Evidence?
Yes. If paternity is questioned, the judge may order the parties to do genetic testing.
How Long Does it Take to Get Results
Results are mailed to the tested parties in about two weeks after the specimens are collected from all parties.
