If I am married but separated have been separated for 5 years, can my unborn baby have biological father’s name instead of my husband’s?
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If I am married but separated have been separated for 5 years, can my unborn baby have biological father’s name instead of my husband’s?
Asked on January 24, 2013 under Family Law, Delaware
Answers:
B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
You can put your married name, your maiden name, or the biological father's name on the first certicate. If you intend to marry the biological father at a later date, it will save the time and expense of having to have the child's name changed later if you provide the correct, long-term name now.
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