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Are there any legal consequences I might face if I let my 30 year old daughter put me on her birth certificate?
Asked on Nov 06th, 2013 on Family Law - Washington
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My daughter is 30 years old and wants to put me on her birth certificate would or is there any legal consequences I might have.
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Appellate Attorney serving Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
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Nothing presently based on what you have disclosed, but clearly she would then be recognized as a daughter and for estate purposes.
Answered on Nov 08th, 2013 at 5:17 PM
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Peters Law, PLLC
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Other than making her an heir when you die, no.
Answered on Nov 08th, 2013 at 5:16 PM
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I think the only way that can be done now is by way of adoption which is a simple process that requires the consent of your spouse if any. This is known as an adult adoption and there is no investigation by the court as to you being a "good" prospective parent. The adoption decree orders the state Dept of Health to change her birth certificate to name you as the father. There are no legal consequences other than inheritance rights if you die without a will.
Answered on Nov 08th, 2013 at 5:15 PM