Establishing Paternity

Hospital Paternity Program

Nebraska hospitals have Acknowledgment of Paternity forms available. The first step in establishing a child’s paternity is filling out this form. This form will be used as evidence in establishing a court order.

How Genetic Tests Work

Genetic testing is another method used in determining a child's paternity. Genetic testing can take place in the child support office, hospital or clinic. The mother, child, and possible father will be tested.

Who Can Ask for Genetic Tests?

Genetic tests can be requested by the mother, father, child or the court. In most cases the state is required to do genetic testing if the child’s father has not yet been identified.

For more information go to: http://www.dhhs.ne.gov/dadsrewards/   OR

Contact:
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
Child Support Enforcement
P.O. Box 94728
Lincoln, NE 68509-4728
Phone: (402) 441-8715, 1-877-631-9973 (toll-free)

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