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Form LDSS-5171 Acknowledgment of Parentage - New York
What Is Form LDSS-5171?
This is a legal form that was released by the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance - a government authority operating within New York. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is Form LDSS-5171?
A: Form LDSS-5171 is the Acknowledgment of Parentage form in New York.
Q: What is the purpose of Form LDSS-5171?
A: The purpose of Form LDSS-5171 is to establish legal parentage for a child born to unmarried parents in New York.
Q: Who needs to fill out Form LDSS-5171?
A: Both the mother and biological father of the child need to fill out and sign Form LDSS-5171.
Q: Is Form LDSS-5171 mandatory?
A: No, it is not mandatory. However, it is recommended to establish legal parentage.
Q: What information is required on Form LDSS-5171?
A: The form requires information such as the child's name, date of birth, mother's and father's names, and signatures of both parents.
Q: Can Form LDSS-5171 be completed after the child's birth?
A: Yes, Form LDSS-5171 can be completed and filed any time after the child's birth.
Q: What happens after Form LDSS-5171 is filled out?
A: After both parents sign the form, it needs to be notarized and filed with the local registrar's office or the New York State Department of Health.
Q: What are the benefits of completing Form LDSS-5171?
A: Completing Form LDSS-5171 establishes legal parentage, which allows the child to have rights and benefits from both parents, such as inheritance, financial support, and access to medical history.
Q: Can the information on Form LDSS-5171 be changed or revoked?
A: Yes, the information on Form LDSS-5171 can be changed or revoked only by court order.
Form Details:
- Released on February 1, 2021;
- The latest edition provided by the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Available in Haitian Creole;
- Quick to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
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