Florida father laws Tag

In a series of legislative changes that have reshaped marital and parental rights in Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed a law granting new rights to unwed fathers. The revision of Florida Statute 742, which governs parental rights, child support, and responsibilities concerning newborn children, has expanded the specific parental rights previously exclusive to mothers. Effective July 1, 2023, unwed fathers will automatically receive and be able to exercise full parental rights upon establishing their paternity. While this represents a significant step toward equalizing parental rights, it also introduces the potential for increased court litigation to define the extent of...