2006 New Mexico Statutes - Section 40-11-7 — Determination of father and child relationship; who may bring action; when action may be brought.

40-11-7. Determination of father and child relationship; who may bring action; when action may be brought.

A.     Any interested party may bring an action for the purpose of determining the existence or nonexistence of the parent and child relationship.   

B.     If an action under this section is brought before the birth of the child, all proceedings shall be stayed until after the birth, except service of process and the taking of depositions to perpetuate testimony.   

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