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I want a copy of my biological fathers medical records. Is that legal? If so, how do I go about accessing them?
Asked on Oct 14th, 2014 on Adoptions - New Jersey
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I just found out that my father isn't my biological father after taking a DNA test. I know who is. I've asked both him & my mother if I could get a copy of his medical records just to know for my own well being & health. Both refuse to cooperate. What do I do now?
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I'm not sure you are going to be able to get any medical records, if its not part of a court proceeding. If your mother was claiming child support, or there was a paternity issue, then medical records, or at least a DNA test could be ordered. Without that, I'm not sure there are any circumstances under which you can require production of the medical records.
Answered on Oct 14th, 2014 at 2:06 PM
Diana L. Anderson, Certified Elder Law Attorney This response is not legal advice and does not establish any form of attorney/client relationship