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JC 53

Notice to Putative Father

Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective March 1, 2023

This form is a notice that tells a man who might be the father of a child that a court case has been started regarding the child. It tells him he must show up at a specific time and place to talk about his interest in the child.

The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCR 3.921(D)

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Where this fits in a case

Hearing

Stage: Hearing

This form is used when a court has information suggesting that a man might be the natural father of a child, and the court needs to officially notify him about the case.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Common questions

Who receives this notice?
This notice is given to a man who might be the natural father of a child. The court also sends copies to the court and the mother of the child.
What happens if the man does not show up?
The form states that failing to appear could mean giving up any interest in the child, giving up notice for future hearings, and giving up the right to have a lawyer appointed.
Does this form require a fee?
The provided text does not mention any filing fees for this form.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect March 1, 2023.

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