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Current as of January 01, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
1. Specimen not available; submission of specimens. Subject to subsection 2, if a genetic testing specimen is not available from a person who may be the genetic father or genetic mother of a child, for good cause and under circumstances the court considers to be just, the court may order the following individuals to submit specimens for genetic testing:
A. The parents of the person;
B. Brothers and sisters of the person;
C. Other children of the person and their mothers; and
D. Relatives of the person necessary to complete genetic testing.
2. Finding required. Issuance of an order under this section requires a finding that a need for genetic testing outweighs the legitimate interests of the individual sought to be tested.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Maine Revised Statutes Title 19-A. Domestic Relations § 1907. Genetic testing when specimens not available - last updated January 01, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/me/title-19-a-domestic-relations/me-rev-st-tit-19-a-sect-1907/
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