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DSS Form 1549 Responsible Father Registry Registration - South Carolina
What Is DSS Form 1549?
This is a legal form that was released by the South Carolina Department of Social Services - a government authority operating within South Carolina. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is the DSS Form 1549?
A: The DSS Form 1549 is the Responsible Father Registry Registration form.
Q: What is the Responsible Father Registry?
A: The Responsible Father Registry is a database maintained by the South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS) to establish paternity for children born out of wedlock.
Q: Who needs to register on the Responsible Father Registry?
A: Any presumed or alleged biological fathers of children born out of wedlock in South Carolina should register on the Responsible Father Registry.
Q: Why should a father register on the Responsible Father Registry?
A: Registering on the Responsible Father Registry protects a father's rights and gives him the opportunity to be notified of any court proceedings regarding the child's custody or adoption.
Q: What information is required for registration?
A: The DSS Form 1549 requires the father's personal information, such as name, address, date of birth, and a brief statement acknowledging possible paternity.
Q: Is there a fee for registering on the Responsible Father Registry?
A: There is no fee for registering on the Responsible Father Registry in South Carolina.
Form Details:
- Released on May 1, 2010;
- The latest edition provided by the South Carolina Department of Social Services;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Quick to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
Download a fillable version of DSS Form 1549 by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the South Carolina Department of Social Services.
