Can I Use Any DNA Test Company for Court Admissible Testing?

Contesting the paternity of your child can be a challenging and emotional time. Mother, father, and child have the legal right to know the child’s paternity. In many cases, the mother and potential father(s) may be asked to present DNA testing in court to confirm or deny the child’s paternity to settle custody cases.

DNA testing is not always cheap, and for this reason, it’s understandable to shop for the cheapest option. Or, you may want to “get the most bang for your buck” by using a more advanced DNA test, like a test that gives your genetic predispositions for certain diseases.

Not all DNA tests are the same. Your genetic code contains millions of data points, and certain DNA tests only pull out specific information. The judge doesn’t need to know your genetic disease predispositions to confirm your paternity of a child. In this case, you only need to confirm or deny paternity.

Additionally, only certain DNA tests can be admissible in court. For a DNA test to be court-admissible, it must be performed by a neutral third party. A form of identification is required at this collection, such as a photo ID, passport, birth certificate, social security card, etc. Also, a photo is taken of all parties participating in the DNA test.

The laboratory performing the DNA test must be an AABB-accredited facility. This is not the case for many DNA testing kits. However, all of the DNA Paternity Testing Center testing is performed by accredited laboratories. Our kits can be used as court-admissible tests.

With over 2,000 centers nationwide, DNA Paternity Testing Centers is one of the largest, most affordable networks of accredited DNA testing labs in the United States. Our price is unbeatable without sacrificing quality. We offer DNA testing for paternity, maternity, and all other relationships, such as grandparents, siblings, aunts, and uncles. Call us today at 866.944.9546 or ORDER ONLINE!