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Summons to Disclaim Paternity

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective April 1, 2026

This form is a notice that tells a person they have been sued in court because another person claims that the named person is not the biological father of certain children. It tells the person they must appear at a hearing to let the court decide if the named person is or is not the biological father.

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Where this fits in a case

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Stage: Start a case

This form is used when a court case has been started where one person is asking the court to officially declare that another person is not the biological father of the children involved.

Usually filed by the person starting the case.

Common questions

What does this form do?
This form serves as a notice that a case has been filed where someone is claiming that a named person is not the biological father of the children. It tells the person they must appear at a hearing.
What happens if I do not show up?
If the person does not appear at the time and place listed, the Court may enter orders as described in the Petition.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect April 1, 2026.

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