Arkansas

Fathers rights in Arkansas are protected by law. Your rights come under 3 basic categories: Paternity, Custody and Support.

Paternity: Arkansas law gives you the right to have a paternity test done to determine if you are the father of the child. If paternity is questioned, this is where your pursuit of your legal rights as a father in Arkansas should begin.

Custody: You have the right to seek custody of your children. There are various levels of custody; sole, joint or visitation rights. If you are granted legal custody, whether or not you have physical custody, Arkansas law guarantees your right to a role in decisions regarding how your children are raised and issues related to their well-being.

Support: Arkansas rights for fathers mean you can seek child support from the mother of the child or children if you have joint or sole physical custody of them. This is the right of fathers, not just mothers. A financial evaluation will determine the level of child support payments.

Fathers rights in Arkansas are based on laws and are supported by the court system. If you need advice about obtaining your rights, seek the counsel of an attorney experienced in fathers rights issues in Arkansas.