Response to Petition to Determine Parental Relationship (Uniform Parentage)

Judicial Council of California · Family Law

Verified current as of August 1, 2026

This form allows someone to respond to a court case that seeks to legally establish or challenge who the biological parents of a child are. A person uses this form when they've been sued about parental rights and responsibilities, such as child support or custody, and need to file their answer with the court.