A civil proceeding may be maintained in the district court to adjudicate the parentage of a child. The proceeding is governed by the Rules of Civil Procedure for the District Courts [Rule1-001 NMRA]. The mother of the child and an alleged father or presumed father are competent to testify. Any witness may be compelled to testify.

Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 40-11A-601

  • Testify: Answer questions in court.