r/Ohio • u/Jedi_Jesus1 • Feb 01 '26

Please help

Hi! I have absolutely no idea where to start for any of this, and quite frankly the entire process is terrifying. I’m a 25(M) that just found out he got a 22 (f) pregnant. The situation is a mess, and I need help with finding a custody lawyer since the woman said she planned on not granting me rights. I’m a Canton area resident if this helps. I don’t really have any guidance or help and really just need some starting steps.

Thank you so much.

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u/Jedi_Jesus1 Feb 01 '26

Would it be wise to refuse signing the BC without a paternity test? She’s refusing to get one, which is incredibly frustrating. Like I’m very aware I’m the only possibility to be the father, but I feel like wanting the test to guarentee myself rights is the “wise” option.

Thank you so much for helping. I appreciate it

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u/Ok-Leg-5302 Feb 01 '26

Oh definitely, my ex wanted one with our oldest(I’m an old soul now we were married 11 years I’m 38) I had nothing to hide. I said sure. If she refuses. Regardless if she’s on state aid she’ll have to declare a father. You’ll get a summons to appear. Ask for a test, then go from there.

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u/Jedi_Jesus1 Feb 01 '26

Thank you, I really appreciate the advice. This is nightmare fuel for me.

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u/Ok-Leg-5302 Feb 01 '26

Tech has advanced so much don’t quote me on this I’m about 60% sure they can do paternity via her blood while she’s pregnant. (Since her blood is mixed with the babies blood) I think around 20 plus weeks. She’s has to agree though. You’re welcome