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JC 79

Publication of Hearing (Notice to Putative Father)

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

This form is a notice that tells a person who might be the father of a child that a case has been filed in court. It asks the person to appear at a specific time and place to share any interest they have 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 petition has been filed in court regarding a minor child, and it is intended to notify a person who may be the natural father.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Common questions

Who needs to fill out this form?
The form is titled 'Notice to Putative Father,' suggesting it is used by the court or the person filing the petition to notify the potential father.
What happens if the person does not show up?
The form warns that failing to appear could mean giving up any interest in the minor child, giving up notice for future hearings, and giving up the right to have a lawyer appointed.

Revision history

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

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