DNA testing as a way of determining paternity
Dear PAO,The biological father of my child refuses to recognize our child as his own. He, likewise, refuses to provide for support despite repeated demands. I challenged him to undergo a DNA testing to determine whether he is the father of my child or not, but he refuses arguing that he cannot be compelled to undergo the said examination as it is a violation of his rights. Is his contention correct?MarielDear Mariel,No, his contention is not correct.
Prior to the issuance of such order, the elementary requirement of due process, that is, notice and hearing, must first be complied with.Under the same rules, if the value of the probability of paternity is less than 99.9 percent, the result of the DNA testing shall be considered as corroborative evidence, but if the value of the probability of paternity is 99.9 percent or higher, there shall be a disputable presumption of paternity.
Testing As Way Of Determining Paternity
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