Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia

Re: child support

He certainly could be charged with statory rape. The code of Ga provides: "(a) A person commits the offense of statutory rape when he or she engages in sexual intercourse with any person under the age of 16 years and not his or her spouse,"

GA ST � 16-6-3

You can research the GA code at: http://www.legis.state.ga.us/htdig/search.htm

The answer to your second question is "No." Having said all of the above, and given the potential long-term effects of your situation, I strongly suggest that you consult with a local attorney familiar with these issues.

Re: child support

In Georgia, the father of a child born out of wedlock does not have any legal rights to the child until he goes to court to legitimate the child. He has no right to visit the child until he files an action for legitimation and visitation. You are the only parent with rights to your child at this point regardless of whether his name is on the birth certificate, he pays child support, or has established paternity. Feel free to contact my office for further consultation on the matter.