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Hi guys,
Ex has recently had a child. I've had a pack through for CMA saying she's named me as the father.
Ex won't confirm if she listed me on the birth certificate but the peace of mind test (alphabio labs kit) came back excluding me as the father. I've also told CMA that I'm disputing parentage.
The test was conducted with my ex and she brought a friend along as witness (I know this isn't classed as a legal test)
I'm currently on the phone to CMA (on hold for 30 minutes so far).
What are my next options? Ex hasnt replied since the test was done. Looking on the website I'd have to pay the legal test up front, would I also have to pay the first CMA payment too?
It feels as though I've committed a crime but I'm assumed "guilty" until I've skint myself to formally clear my name. I've paid £99 for the initial test and looking at £300 for the legal test + £300 for the first maintenance payment
Anyone been in this situation who can shed some light?
Thanks!
Did you get through to them?
Would have thought they would contact mother to get her position. Can’t give out any real advice on this but would have thought mother would drop the claim if she allowed the test to go ahead.
Hi there
You would have to attend in person at the registry office to have your name included on the birth certificate.
Here’s some info about disputing a CMS claim
https://www.gov.uk/manage-child-maintenance-case/disagreements-about-parentage
If the salary calculations have already been done, they will expect you to pay the maintenance until paternity can be proven either way, they should refund you if you are found not to be the father.
Best of luck
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