In Ohio, if a man is shown NOT to be the genetic father of his wife's children,is he still entitled to custody

Answer 1

I have seen it happen but the child was adopted by the stepfather, and the childs mother was a nut who was after child support.

Answer 2

Generally, he is the presumed father until someone else can establish paternity. However, in a famous case, Michael H., the adulterous father was not allowed to sue for custody because it would break up the family. As such, the married "father" will still be considered the father and eligible for custody if they get divorced. I don't know if Ohio works this way exactly but it gives you some things to think about.

Answer 3

In most, or all, states a child that is born during a marriage is assumed to be the child of that union making the husband the legal father of that child with the usual rights and obligations.

Answer 4

There simply is not enough factual information from which to give a valid legal opinion. Depending on the complete set of facts, the correct answer is BOTH yes and no.

Answer 5

depends.
is he the legal guardian or custodian of the children.
is he registered on the birth certificates as the father.
ages of kids?what do they want
what is best for the children?
tough one , not sure of law in ohio.

Answer 6

as far as i know yes, but you have to file for custody. i am assuming that because it is his wife that he was under the assumption that the children were his. but it is always up to the courts to decide.

Answer 7

through adoptions.