The fathers name on my childs birth certificate is not the actual biological father of the child. How would I remove his name from the Michigan birth record?
It is very important to remember that if a father’s name is recorded on a birth certificate, it cannot be replaced by another man’s name until documentation is provided to take the existing name off. You must provide: 1. A completed application to correct a Michigan birth record. 2. Circuit Court Order that specifically states that the man listed on the birth record is not the father. A divorce judgment can also be provided, however, the judgment must specifically state the husband is not the biological father and must specifically identify the child. Q: How do I add a father’s name to my child’s birth certificate if there is no father listed? A: Provide the documents listed below: 1. Completed application to add a father on a Michigan birth record 2. A court order naming the father -OR- A completed Affidavit of Parentage form -OR- Court determination of paternity -OR- Court determination of heirs If there was a court determination of parentage, also called a Filiation, the court order
