A DNA-paternity test is carried out when there is doubt as to who the father of someone is, and when it should be determined by scientific means. Typical situations in which a paternity test might be carried out:
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to clarify the paternity of a child, when there is personal doubt
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on acknowledgement of paternity
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in disputes over paternity, out of court or in court
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to determine relationships of relatives through sibling tests and family tree analysis
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in estate issues, where the lineage is uncertain
The uncomplicated determination of paternity is a fast way to come to an agreement in custody questions. This avoids expensive custody battles in court.
