What if a husband is not the biological father of a child?

Michigan law states that if a mother is married at the time her child is conceived or born, her husband is the legal father of the child. If the husband is not the biological father of the child, the parties must file an action with the court to make a determination that the husband is not the legal father. Family Court staff cannot represent any party in this type of action, and will continue to seek support with the legal father as a party until a court determines otherwise.

View the Michigan Legal Help website for more information on the revocation of paternity.

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1. How can I start a case?
2. What is the next step in my case?
3. How is the other parent notified?
4. What if parents do not cooperate?
5. What about DNA testing?
6. How is the amount of child support determined?
7. What if a husband is not the biological father of a child?
8. Who do I ask about custody and parenting time issues?