New Jersey § 9:17-52
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 9:17-52, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9:17-52.
Evidence relating to paternity may include: a. Evidence of sexual intercourse between the mother and alleged father at any possible
time of conception; b. An expert's opinion concerning the statistical probability of the alleged father's
paternity, based upon the duration of the mother's pregnancy; c. Genetic or blood tests, weighted in accordance with evidence, if available, of
the statistical probability of the alleged father's paternity; d. Medical or anthropological evidence relating to the alleged father's paternity
of the child, based on tests performed by experts. If a man has been identified as a possible father of the child, the court may, and
upon request of a party shall, require the child, the mother, and the man to submit
to appropriate tests; e. All other evidence on behalf of any party, relevant to the issue of paternity of
the child ; and f. A gestational carrier agreement executed in accordance with the provisions of P.L.2018, c. 18 ( C.9:17-60 et al.) .
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 9:17-52
What does New Jersey Statutes § 9:17-52 cover?
Section 9:17-52 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. 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 New Jersey § 9:17-52?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 9:17-52" (New Jersey). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 9:17-52 apply to my situation?
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