Ohio § 3111.02
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 3111.02, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3111.02.
(A) The parent and child relationship between a child and the child's natural mother
may be established by proof of her having given birth to the child or pursuant to sections 3111.01 to 3111.18 or 3111.20 to 3111.85 of the Revised Code . The parent and child relationship between a child and the natural father of the
child may be established by an acknowledgment of paternity as provided in sections 3111.20 to 3111.35 of the Revised Code , and pursuant to sections 3111.01 to 3111.18 or 3111.38 to 3111.54 of the Revised Code . The parent and child relationship between a child and the adoptive parent of the
child may be established by proof of adoption or pursuant to Chapter 3107. of the
Revised Code. (B) A court that is determining a parent and child relationship pursuant to this chapter
shall give full faith and credit to a parentage determination made under the laws
of this state or another state, regardless of whether the parentage determination
was made pursuant to a voluntary acknowledgement of paternity, an administrative procedure,
or a court proceeding.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 3111.02
What does Ohio Revised Code § 3111.02 cover?
Section 3111.02 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. 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 Ohio § 3111.02?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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How does Ohio § 3111.02 apply to my situation?
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