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Legitimation And Custody Process
Summary
To legitimize a child in Georgia, both parents must sign a voluntary acknowledgment of paternity and legitimation. If the mother was not married to another man during the gestation period and the acknowledgment was not rescinded, the father should be recognized as the legal father. In case of a custody dispute, the father can file a petition for custody in the county where the child resides, gather necessary documents, serve the petition, attend hearings, and comply with court orders. Consult a legal professional for personalized advice.Full Conversation
well i just want to reassure my self that by signing the paperwork at the hospital both myself and the mother of the child that she is legitimized and im her legal father
Based on the information from the Georgia Code § *-*-*.*:
- Signing a voluntary acknowledgment of paternity and acknowledgment of legitimation at the hospital can legitimize your child, making you the legal father.
- Ensure the acknowledgment is not rescinded and the mother was not married to another man during the gestation period.
Is there any specific aspect of the process you're unsure about?
- Signing a voluntary acknowledgment of paternity and acknowledgment of legitimation at the hospital can legitimize your child, making you the legal father.
- Ensure the acknowledgment is not rescinded and the mother was not married to another man during the gestation period.
Is there any specific aspect of the process you're unsure about?
well i have taken all this to court on a number of occasions and the judge ruled thast i hsve not legitimized my daughter and my attorney now disputes the ruke or this code and filed w the court motion for legitimation which i told him otherwise but no one is listening
It seems like there is some confusion regarding the legitimation process. To better understand your situation:
- Did you and the mother sign a voluntary acknowledgment of paternity and acknowledgment of legitimation at the hospital?
This information can help clarify if there was a procedural issue or misunderstanding in court.
- Did you and the mother sign a voluntary acknowledgment of paternity and acknowledgment of legitimation at the hospital?
This information can help clarify if there was a procedural issue or misunderstanding in court.
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It seems like there is a misunderstanding regarding your legal issue. To help clarify:
- Did you and the mother sign the voluntary acknowledgment of paternity and acknowledgment of legitimation forms at the hospital?
- Was the mother married to another man during the gestation period?
This information will help better understand your situation.
- Did you and the mother sign the voluntary acknowledgment of paternity and acknowledgment of legitimation forms at the hospital?
- Was the mother married to another man during the gestation period?
This information will help better understand your situation.
we did that is what i was trying to send u just been having difucties doing so but yes we did sign the documernt
Thank you for clarifying. Here are some key points based on Georgia Code § *-*-*.*:
- By signing the voluntary acknowledgment of paternity and legitimation, you should have been recognized as the legal father.
- Ensure the acknowledgment was not rescinded and the mother wasn't married to another man during the gestation.
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Peachtree Street, NW, 15th Floor, Atlanta, GA *
Website: [Georgia DPH](https://dph.georgia.gov/)
If there is still confusion or dispute, consider seeking a second legal opinion.
- By signing the voluntary acknowledgment of paternity and legitimation, you should have been recognized as the legal father.
- Ensure the acknowledgment was not rescinded and the mother wasn't married to another man during the gestation.
Georgia Department of Public Health
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Peachtree Street, NW, 15th Floor, Atlanta, GA *
Website: [Georgia DPH](https://dph.georgia.gov/)
If there is still confusion or dispute, consider seeking a second legal opinion.
the acknowledgement wasnt recinded cause the mother of the child lived w me and the child till sdhe passed away suddenly in oct of * now the grandmother of my child is in court saying i have no legal standings and that she has custrody over my child
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Based on what you've shared, here are some key points to consider:
- **Acknowledgment of Paternity and Legitimation**: Since you and the mother signed the acknowledgment at the hospital, you should be recognized as the legal father.
- **Custody Dispute**: Since there is a custody dispute with the grandmother, you may need to file for custody in court.
Would you like more information on how to proceed with filing for custody in Georgia?
- **Acknowledgment of Paternity and Legitimation**: Since you and the mother signed the acknowledgment at the hospital, you should be recognized as the legal father.
- **Custody Dispute**: Since there is a custody dispute with the grandmother, you may need to file for custody in court.
Would you like more information on how to proceed with filing for custody in Georgia?
yes
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Here's some information on filing for custody in Georgia:
- **File a Petition**: You need to file a petition for custody in the county where the child resides.
- **Prepare Evidence**: Gather all necessary documents, including the signed acknowledgment of paternity and legitimation.
- **Attend Hearings**: Be prepared to attend court hearings and present your case.
Would you like more details on any of these steps?
- **File a Petition**: You need to file a petition for custody in the county where the child resides.
- **Prepare Evidence**: Gather all necessary documents, including the signed acknowledgment of paternity and legitimation.
- **Attend Hearings**: Be prepared to attend court hearings and present your case.
Would you like more details on any of these steps?
yes all tghe stepos and what i can do or say that would help me
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Here's a brief overview of the steps to file for custody in Georgia:
*. **File a Petition**:
- File a petition for custody in the Superior Court of the county where the child resides.
- Include all relevant details and grounds for custody.
*. **Prepare Evidence**:
- Gather documents such as the signed acknowledgment of paternity and legitimation.
- Collect any evidence showing your involvement in the child's life and care.
*. **Serve the Petition**:
- Ensure the child's grandmother is properly served with the petition.
*. **Attend Hearings**:
- Attend all scheduled court hearings.
- Present your case, including evidence and witness testimonies.
*. **Follow Court Orders**:
- Comply with any temporary orders issued by the court.
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Pryor Street SW, Suite C-*, Atlanta, GA *
Website: [Fulton County Superior Court](https://www.fultoncourt.org)
Would you like more details on any specific step?
*. **File a Petition**:
- File a petition for custody in the Superior Court of the county where the child resides.
- Include all relevant details and grounds for custody.
*. **Prepare Evidence**:
- Gather documents such as the signed acknowledgment of paternity and legitimation.
- Collect any evidence showing your involvement in the child's life and care.
*. **Serve the Petition**:
- Ensure the child's grandmother is properly served with the petition.
*. **Attend Hearings**:
- Attend all scheduled court hearings.
- Present your case, including evidence and witness testimonies.
*. **Follow Court Orders**:
- Comply with any temporary orders issued by the court.
Fulton County Superior Court
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Pryor Street SW, Suite C-*, Atlanta, GA *
Website: [Fulton County Superior Court](https://www.fultoncourt.org)
Would you like more details on any specific step?
can u write a mock petition for custody som i can use it just alter things that would pretain to me
Certainly! Below is a basic template for a custody petition that you can modify to fit your specific situation. Please make sure to tailor it to your needs and consult with a legal professional to ensure it meets all requirements.
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**IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF [COUNTY NAME] COUNTY**
**STATE OF GEORGIA**
---
**[Your Full Name],**
**Petitioner,**
v.
**[Grandmother's Full Name],**
**Respondent.**
---
**Civil Action File No. [File Number]**
---
**PETITION FOR CUSTODY**
---
**COMES NOW, [Your Full Name], Petitioner in the above-styled action, and files this Petition for Custody, showing the Court as follows:**
*. **Petitioner Information:**
- Petitioner is a resident of [County Name] County, Georgia, residing at [Your Full Address].
- Petitioner is the biological and legal father of [Child's Full Name], born on [Child's Birthdate].
*. **Respondent Information:**
- Respondent, [Grandmother's Full Name], is the maternal grandmother of the minor child and resides at [Grandmother's Full Address].
*. **Child Information:**
- The minor
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**IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF [COUNTY NAME] COUNTY**
**STATE OF GEORGIA**
---
**[Your Full Name],**
**Petitioner,**
v.
**[Grandmother's Full Name],**
**Respondent.**
---
**Civil Action File No. [File Number]**
---
**PETITION FOR CUSTODY**
---
**COMES NOW, [Your Full Name], Petitioner in the above-styled action, and files this Petition for Custody, showing the Court as follows:**
*. **Petitioner Information:**
- Petitioner is a resident of [County Name] County, Georgia, residing at [Your Full Address].
- Petitioner is the biological and legal father of [Child's Full Name], born on [Child's Birthdate].
*. **Respondent Information:**
- Respondent, [Grandmother's Full Name], is the maternal grandmother of the minor child and resides at [Grandmother's Full Address].
*. **Child Information:**
- The minor
where is the rest of it
Certainly! Here is the continuation of the mock petition for custody:
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**Child Information:**
- The minor child, [Child's Full Name], was born on [Child's Birthdate].
**Background:**
*. The Petitioner and the child's mother, [Mother's Full Name], signed a voluntary acknowledgment of paternity and acknowledgment of legitimation at the hospital on [Date].
*. The child's mother, [Mother's Full Name], passed away on [Date of Mother's Passing], and since then, the Petitioner has been the primary caregiver.
**Current Situation:**
*. The Respondent, [Grandmother's Full Name], has recently claimed custody of the minor child, alleging that the Petitioner has no legal standing.
**Grounds for Custody:**
*. The Petitioner asserts his rights as the legal father and primary caregiver of the minor child.
*. It is in the best interest of the minor child to remain in the custody of the Petitioner due to the stable and nurturing environment he provides.
**Prayer for Relief:**
WHEREFORE, the Petitioner respectfully requests that this Court:
*. Grant the Petitioner sole legal and physical custody of the minor child, [Child's Full Name].
*. Issue any other orders the Court
---
**Child Information:**
- The minor child, [Child's Full Name], was born on [Child's Birthdate].
**Background:**
*. The Petitioner and the child's mother, [Mother's Full Name], signed a voluntary acknowledgment of paternity and acknowledgment of legitimation at the hospital on [Date].
*. The child's mother, [Mother's Full Name], passed away on [Date of Mother's Passing], and since then, the Petitioner has been the primary caregiver.
**Current Situation:**
*. The Respondent, [Grandmother's Full Name], has recently claimed custody of the minor child, alleging that the Petitioner has no legal standing.
**Grounds for Custody:**
*. The Petitioner asserts his rights as the legal father and primary caregiver of the minor child.
*. It is in the best interest of the minor child to remain in the custody of the Petitioner due to the stable and nurturing environment he provides.
**Prayer for Relief:**
WHEREFORE, the Petitioner respectfully requests that this Court:
*. Grant the Petitioner sole legal and physical custody of the minor child, [Child's Full Name].
*. Issue any other orders the Court
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