California

California fathers rights are protected by law. You’ve got the same rights as the mother does. Your legal rights relate to paternity, custody and child support.

Paternity: You have the right to request that a paternity test be done to establish that you are the father. If paternity is established, then the mother may not place the baby for adoption or make other major decisions regarding the child without your written consent.

Custody: Your fathers rights in California give you the right to seek custody of your children. There are levels of custody including sole or joint physical custody, or legal custody that protects your visitation rights with your children. Any type of custody secures your right to give input into key decisions about your childrens education, religious upbringing, participation in sports and other activities, and much more.

Child Support: Many fathers receive child support payments in California from the mother. If you have physical custody of your kids, the court may award you child support payments after a financial evaluation of both parents.

These are your California fathers rights. If you’ve got questions or want help in pursuing the, contact an attorney with good experience working for fathers rights in California.