Findings Following Putative Father Hearing
Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective January 1, 2021
This form is used by the court to write down its official findings after a hearing about a putative father. It records whether the court found evidence that a person is the natural father and what next steps are required.
The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCR 3.921(D)
Where this fits in a case
HearingStage: Hearing
This form is used after a hearing in a juvenile case concerning a putative father, following the rules set out in MCR 3.921(D).
Prepared by the court or clerk.
Common questions
- Who fills out this form?
- The court fills out this form, as it records the judge's official findings after a hearing.
- What does this form document?
- It documents the court's findings regarding the putative father's relationship to the minor and any actions the court decides to take.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2021.
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