108.009 – BIRTH CERTIFICATE. (a) The state registrar
Texas Family Code § 108.009
Summary
This law allows for the issuance of a new birth certificate for adopted children or those whose parents marry after their birth. It ensures that the new certificate reflects the child's actual birth details without indicating a post-birth father-child relationship.
Applies to adopted children and children of parents who marry post-birth.
New birth certificates replace original ones under specific conditions.
Does not indicate if father-child relationship was established after birth.
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In simple terms: Learn about Texas's BIRTH CERTIFICATE. (a) The state registrar law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.
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