Florida § 742.011 - Proceedings for determination of paternity, rights, and responsibilities; jurisdiction.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 742.011 — Proceedings for determination of paternity, rights, and responsibilities; jurisdiction., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 742.011. Proceedings for determination of paternity, rights, and responsibilities; jurisdiction.
Any woman who is pregnant or has a child, any man who has reason to believe that he is the father of a child, or any child may bring proceedings in the circuit court, in chancery, to determine the paternity of the child when paternity has not been established by law or otherwise. After the birth of the child, a parent may request a determination of parental responsibility and child support and for the creation of a parenting plan and time-sharing schedule pursuant to chapter 61.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 742.011
What does Florida Statutes § 742.011 cover?
Section 742.011 ("Proceedings for determination of paternity, rights, and responsibilities; jurisdiction.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 742.011?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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