Can a Mother Refuse a Paternity Test in South Africa
What is a paternity test?
A Paternity test is the use of DNA samples of two individuals to determine whether an individual (father) is the biological parent of another individual (child).
Can a mother refuse a paternity test in South Africa?
A mother in South Africa can refuse a paternity test but the court of law may order it if the father makes a request to the court.
Can a paternity test be done without the mother’s sample?
A paternity test can require the DNA samples of just the child and the supposed Father without the mother’s sample.
Can the test be done through a nearest relative in the absence of the supposed father?
It is possible to do DNA testing if through a relative of the alleged father as there are different types of test that can determine a chance of biological relationship between the relative and the child.
How much does a paternity test cost?
The paternity test can have an average price tag of R2495 depending on the desired laboratory facility.
What is the turnaround time for your results?
The DNA test results are usually ready for collection be within 3-5 working days.
What does a DNA test say when you are the father?
The father who has been tested is the biological father of the child if the results of probability of paternity is 99.99%.
Is it possible to falsify a paternity test?
It is only possible to falsify a paternity test if the DNA samples of either a child or alleged father are swapped with that of a different person.
Can a man sue a woman for lying about paternity in South Africa?
A presumed father may file a lawsuit against the mother of his kid for misrepresenting his paternity.
