Texas § FA.160.305 - EFFECT OF ACKNOWLEDGMENT OR DENIAL OF PATERNITY
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § FA.160.305 — EFFECT OF ACKNOWLEDGMENT OR DENIAL OF PATERNITY, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ FA.160.305. EFFECT OF ACKNOWLEDGMENT OR DENIAL OF PATERNITY
EFFECT OF ACKNOWLEDGMENT OR DENIAL OF PATERNITY. (a) Except as provided by Sections 160.307 and 160.308 , a valid acknowledgment of paternity filed with the vital statistics unit is the equivalent of an adjudication of the paternity of a child and confers on the acknowledged father all rights and duties of a parent. (b) Except as provided by Sections 160.307 and 160.308 , a valid denial of paternity filed with the vital statistics unit in conjunction with a valid acknowledgment of paternity is the equivalent of an adjudication of the nonpaternity of the presumed father and discharges the presumed father from all rights and duties of a parent. Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 821, Sec. 1.01, eff. June 14, 2001. Amended by: Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219 ), Sec. 1.058, eff. April 2, 2015.
Source: official Texas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § FA.160.305
What does The Texas Constitution § FA.160.305 cover?
Section FA.160.305 ("EFFECT OF ACKNOWLEDGMENT OR DENIAL OF PATERNITY") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. 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 Texas § FA.160.305?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § FA.160.305" (Texas). 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 Texas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Texas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Texas attorney.
How does Texas § FA.160.305 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Texas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Texas.