Legal Paternity Test
Facing uncertainty about your child's paternity can be overwhelming. A legal paternity test from GameDay DNA offers fast, secure, and reliable answers. Trust us to provide an accurate, court-admissible probability of paternity, giving you the clarity you need.
Is the Legal Paternity Test Report Court-Admissible?
Yes, our legal paternity test reports are fully court-admissible. We adhere to a strict chain-of-custody protocol, ensuring that the DNA samples are collected with a witness present, which upholds the integrity of the results for legal purposes. With over 3,500 collection sites nationwide, we make the process quick and convenient by connecting you with a partnered location in your area just with your zip code.
Legal Paternity Test
Legal paternity tests serve various purposes, including child support and custody cases, birth certificate amendments, immigration proceedings, adoption proceedings, tax-related documentation, and securing inheritance rights, among others. Once all samples reach our highly accredited partnered laboratory, your report will be promptly available in your secure online account within 1-2 business days.
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How Our Legal DNA Paternity Test Works
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Initial Consultation with Support
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Scheduling & Financial Considerations
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DNA Sample Collection Procedure
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Result Delivery & Interpretation
Experts in Legal and Comprehensive DNA Testing
As partners with DDC, we offer scientifically advanced, legally recognized DNA testing services nationwide:
At-Home Paternity Tests: Confidential, convenient testing for personal knowledge
Non-Invasive Prenatal Paternity Tests (NIPP): Safe, accurate results from 7 weeks gestation
Immigration DNA Tests: AABB-accredited testing for visa and citizenship applications
Relationship DNA Tests: Sibling, grandparent, and avuncular testing options
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Legal vs. Home Paternity Testing
The key distinction between legal and home paternity tests lies in the DNA sample collection process and the application of the test results. Legal paternity tests follow a strict chain-of-custody protocol with witnessed DNA collection, making the results admissible in court. In contrast, home paternity test results, while accurate, are not court-admissible as they do not adhere to these stringent procedures.
Frequently Asked Questions About Legal Paternity Tests
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DNA collection for legal paternity tests is conducted at approved collection sites nationwide. Our AABB-accredited facilities ensure proper chain-of-custody procedures are followed, maintaining the test's legal validity. We'll guide you to the nearest authorized location during your consultation.
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No, a paternity test alone doesn't change a birth certificate. However, our court-admissible results can be used in legal proceedings to amend birth records if necessary. Consult with a legal professional about using our test results for official document changes.
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Not all courts are required to accept the results of a legal paternity test. Whether or not a report is accepted as proof of paternity depends on the discretion of each individual judge. However, when a court does acknowledge DNA test results as evidence of paternity, it must be a legal DNA test rather than an at-home paternity test.
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While the mother's participation can provide additional genetic information, it's not always necessary for accurate results. Our advanced testing methods can determine paternity with just the alleged father and child's DNA. However, some legal situations may require the mother's involvement. Our customer service representatives can advise on your specific case.
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Our results reports are designed to be clear and easy to understand, even for those without scientific backgrounds. You'll receive a probability of paternity expressed as a percentage, typically 99.99% for positive results or 0% for exclusions.
For more information or to schedule your legal paternity test, contact our expert team today. Trust GameDay DNA for scientifically rigorous, legally recognized paternity testing nationwide.