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am I required by law to support someone who might be pregnant with my child?
State/Country relating to Question: New York Already Tried: nothing
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The answer is no unless you are m
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arried to that person. You are under no obligation during the pregnancy to support her. After the child is born, she could petition the court for a paternity test and if you are determined to be the father, the court can order child support.
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Matt
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