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AL HB453
Bill
Status
3/20/2013
Primary Sponsor
David Sessions
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 26-17-607 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to require courts to order genetic testing within two years of a child's birth when an alleged father (not married to the mother) petitions for testing.
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Genetic testing may be ordered only upon the alleged father's petition and a court finding based on clear and convincing evidence that the alleged father was in a sexual relationship with the mother at or near the time of conception.
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The alleged father must pay all costs associated with genetic testing.
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Upon further hearing, the court may determine the paternity of the child based on test results.
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The act becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and gubernatorial approval.
Legislative Description
Paternity, presumption regarding father of child when mother married, alleged father not married to mother may rebut with genetic testing, costs, Sec. 26-17-607 am'd.
Family Law
Last Action
Read for the first time and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Judiciary
3/20/2013