How Parents Can File a Declaration of Paternity for Their
Child/Children  The cover sheet for the Declaration of Paternity
(CS 909) provides important information for unmarried parents:
As a result of federal welfare reform legislation effective
January 1, 1997, if the parents of a child are not legally
married, the father's name will NOT be added to the birth
certificate unless they:    1. Sign a Declaration of Paternity
in the hospital, or   2. Sign the form later or legally
establish paternity through the courts and pay a fee to
amend the birth certificate.  Also, you will find answers to
common questions, including:    • What is the purpose of a
Declaration of Paternity?   • How will you and your child
benefit if you sign this form?   • What does it mean if you sign
a Declaration of Paternity?   • What should you do if you change
your mind after you sign a Declaration of Paternity?  The cover
sheet for the Declaration of Paternity (CS 909), along with a
sample form, is available below:  Please check back