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Module 1: Overview of NYS CSE Program

Paternity Establishment: Understanding Paternity

Scenario #3: Woman Separated From Husband Has a Child

Carla and her husband Miguel.

Carla and her husband Miguel have been legally separated for several years since he took a job overseas.

Carla and Jose

In her husband’s absence, Carla developed a relationship with another man named Jose. She became pregnant with his child..

Carla and Jose

.. and gave birth to a baby girl.

Miguel is not the biological father.

Since Miguel did not have access, it is common knowledge that he is not the baby’s biological father.

In this scenario, who do you believe is the child's legal father?