Alwayshopeful
Junior Member
What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? VA
I am currently 8 weeks pregnant and was wondering about my custody rights when it comes to my child. The father is an ex-boyfriend of mine and he currently has a 16 yr old by someone else for which he already pays child support. I have every intention of having him be a part of the child's life and do not expect him to pay child support in my case, but I want to forearm myself in case he wants to sue for custody by knowing what my rights are. Does putting his name on the birth certificate increase his chances of gaining custody?
I am currently 8 weeks pregnant and was wondering about my custody rights when it comes to my child. The father is an ex-boyfriend of mine and he currently has a 16 yr old by someone else for which he already pays child support. I have every intention of having him be a part of the child's life and do not expect him to pay child support in my case, but I want to forearm myself in case he wants to sue for custody by knowing what my rights are. Does putting his name on the birth certificate increase his chances of gaining custody?