QUESTION
If I'm not together with the baby's father does the baby have to have his last name in order to receive child support?
Asked on Oct 19th, 2017 on Child Support - New Jersey
2 ANSWERS
Anthony Van Zwaren
There is no connection between the child's last name and child support. The father only has to be the father. So unless he asks for a paternity test to see if it is his child, he is obligated to pay for the child's support.
Answered on Oct 22nd, 2017 at 9:12 AM
2 Awards
The child does not have to have the father;s last name in order to be entitled to support.
Answered on Oct 20th, 2017 at 6:06 AM
Diana L. Anderson, Certified Elder Law Attorney This response is not legal advice and does not establish any form of attorney/client relationship