There is a newer version of the New York Consolidated Laws
2006 New York Code - Order Dismissing Petition.
§ 541. Order dismissing petition. If the court finds the male party is not the father of the child, it shall dismiss the petition. If a neglect petition was filed in the paternity proceeding, the court retains jurisdiction over the neglect petition whether or not it dismisses the paternity petition.
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