SURROGACY ACT 2010 - SECT 21
Application for a parentage order
SURROGACY ACT 2010 - SECT 21
Application for a parentage order
21 Application for a parentage order
(1) An application for a parentage order in relation to a child may be made—
(a) not less than 28 days and not more than 6 months after the child’s
birth; or
(b) at a later time with the court’s leave.
(2) The court may
grant leave under subsection (1) (b) only if it considers the making of the
late application is justified because of exceptional circumstances and that it
is for the wellbeing, and in the best interests, of the child to grant the
leave.