Massachusetts Presumed (Putative) Father Laws
Presumed (Putative) Fathers
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Massachusetts
Does State have a Putative Father Registry:No
Registry/Paternity Requirements to Receive Notice
Statute:
Ch. 210 § 4A
Notice of adoption proceedings is given to father who has filed a parental responsibility claim with the Department of Social Services.
Within 30 days of notice concerning child's adoption, must file a petition for adoption or custody of child in probate court.
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Information Contained in Registry/Claim
Statute:
Not addressed in statutes reviewed.
Revocation of Claim to Paternity
Statute:
Not addressed in statutes reviewed.
Access to Information Maintained in Registry
Statute:
Ch. 210 § 4A
Sent to birth mother.
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