Montana § 40-6-112 - Paternity Tests
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 40-6-112 — Paternity Tests, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40-6-112. Paternity Tests
Paternity tests. (1) The court may, and upon request of a party shall, require the child, mother, or alleged father to submit to paternity tests. The tests shall be performed by an expert qualified as an examiner of blood types, appointed by the court. (2) The court, upon reasonable request by a party, shall order that independent tests be performed by other experts qualified as examiners of blood types. (3) In all cases the court shall determine the number and qualifications of the experts.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 40-6-112
What does Montana Code Annotated § 40-6-112 cover?
Section 40-6-112 ("Paternity Tests") is part of the Montana Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Montana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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