Can a Grandparent Request A Paternity Test?

Can a grandparent request a DNA test?

Yes, a grandparent can request a paternity test under certain circumstances. If the grandparent is the legal guardian of the child, they may give consent to DNA testing on behalf of the child to help establish paternity.

A grandparent may also participate in the testing process with the mother or legal guardian of the child, if they consent to the test.

Please note that any legal paternity test requires proper consent and a documented chain of custody. A test performed without the required consent would generally not be admissible in court.

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