Family Code section 7610

The parent and child relationship may be established as follows:

(a)

Between a child and the natural parent, it may be established by proof of having given birth to the child, or under this part.

(b)

Between a child and an adoptive parent, it may be established by proof of adoption.

Source: Section 7610, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=FAM§ionNum=7610. (accessed May 10, 2025).

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§ 7610’s source at ca.gov

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/family_code_section_7610

Original Source: Section 7610, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=FAM§ionNum=7610. (last accessed May 10, 2025).