Minnesota Statutes

Minn. Stat. § 257.651 (2026)

Default Order Of Parentage

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In an action to determine the existence of the father and child relationship under sections 257.51 to 257.74, if the alleged father fails to appear at a hearing after service duly made and proved, the court shall enter a default judgment or order of paternity.

Notes of Decisions

Cited in 1 case, 2006–2006 · leading case: In Re the Est. of Jotham, 722 N.W.2d 447 (Minn. 2006).

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In Re the Est. of Jotham, 722 N.W.2d 447 (Minn. 2006). · cites it 4× “74," Minn.Stat. § 257.651 (2004), and "an action brought under sections 257.”

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