Child Support, Paternity, & DNA Testing
Families navigating child support and paternity matters in Connecticut often face uncertainty, emotional stress, and confusion about their legal options.
This guide is designed to provide clear, neutral, and informative guidance to help parents and guardians understand how these systems work together under Connecticut law.
Child support & paternity are closely connected.
Before child support can be ordered, legal parentage must be established. When parentage is unclear or disputed, DNA testing becomes an essential part of the process. Understanding the differences between court-admissible DNA testing and non-legal peace-of-mind testing helps families avoid delays and make informed decisions.
This E-book explains how child support is determined in Connecticut, how paternity is established, and how DNA testing fits into both legal and personal situations. It is intended for educational purposes and does not replace professional legal advice.