For births that are being registered under this chapter there shall be required documentary evidence and affidavits pursuant to one of the following:

(a)  Two pieces of documentary evidence, at least one of which shall support the parentage.

Terms Used In California Health and Safety Code 102585

  • Documentary evidence: as used in this chapter , is defined as original or certified copies of a record that was executed at least five years prior to the date of application, and that substantiates the date and place of birth of the person whose birth is being registered. See California Health and Safety Code 102580
  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.

(b)  One piece of documentary evidence and one affidavit executed by the physician or other principal attendant.

(c)  One piece of documentary evidence and two affidavits executed by either the mother, father, or other persons having knowledge of the facts of birth.

(Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 1023, Sec. 304.4. Effective September 29, 1996.)

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