Minnesota Statement of Rights First Court Appearance On Paternity Proceedings is the legal process of establishing a father's legal rights and responsibilities for their child. It is the first step in the legal process of establishing a child's paternity. The proceedings involve presenting evidence to the court, which may include genetic testing, and a hearing at which the parties can present their case. The court will then make a ruling on paternity, and if paternity is established, will issue a court order establishing the father's rights and responsibilities for the child. Types of Minnesota Statement of Rights First Court Appearance On Paternity Proceedings include: • Voluntary Paternity Acknowledgement— - This type of proceeding involves both parties voluntarily agreeing to the paternity of the child. This is often done at the hospital when the child is born. • Court-OrderePaternityTSESes— - This type of proceeding involves the court ordering a paternity test to establish a child's father. • ContestePaternityit— - This type of proceeding involves one or both parties contesting the paternity of the child. This often involves presenting evidence to the court, such as genetic testing or witness testimony.