Is it possible to conduct D.N.A. testing to ascertain paternity if the child is a teenager and does he or she have any say in the matter ?
By: דיאנה שאלתיאל•Published on: 07 June, 2022Yes, in principle, but The Genetic Information Act of 2000 states that where a minor is 16 or over a sample of his/her genetic material can only be taken if he/she receives an explanation of the meaning and significance of the test , and both the minor and the person responsible for him/her consent in writing to his/her participation in the test. The person responsible for the minor can be his/her biological parent, a step-parent, an adopted parent or a guardian.