The Paternity Affidavit Form serves as a voluntary acknowledgment of parentage under U.S. federal and state laws. This document is typically used when unmarried parents wish to establish legal paternity of a child, either at the time of birth or afterward. The form includes personal information about the mother, father, and child, and must be completed in accordance with state-specific requirements. Once executed, it establishes legal rights and responsibilities including custody, visitation, and support obligations. The document can typically be completed at the hospital upon birth or later at appropriate government offices.

1. Declaration Header: State jurisdiction and form title

2. Child Information: Full name, date and place of birth, gender of the child

3. Mother Information: Legal name, contact details, and identification information of the mother

4. Father Information: Legal name, contact details, and identification information of the father

5. Rights and Responsibilities Statement: Detailed statement of legal implications of signing the affidavit, including custody, support, and medical decision-making rights

6. Signatures: Signature blocks for mother, father, witnesses and/or notary public with date fields