Maine § 4005-F. - Determinations of parentage
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 4005-F. — Determinations of parentage, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4005-F.. Determinations of parentage
As part of a child protection proceeding, the District Court may determine parentage of the child. Title 19‑A, chapter 61 applies to determinations of parentage in a child protection proceeding. [PL 2015, c. 296, Pt. C, §27 (AMD); PL 2015, c. 296, Pt. D, §1 (AFF).]
This section may not be construed to limit the right of a person to file an action pursuant to Title 19‑A, chapter 53, subchapter 1 to enforce a father’s obligations pursuant to that subchapter. [PL 2007, c. 257, §1 (NEW).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 4005-F.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 4005-F. cover?
Section 4005-F. ("Determinations of parentage") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. 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 Maine § 4005-F.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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