By WBMA ABC
A newly pre-filed a bill would give Alabama men who voluntarily acknowledge fathering a child without marriage all legal rights and duties of a parent.
State Representative Patrick Sellers of Pleasant Grove said “The Good Dad Act” would only apply in certain cases and only give those rights if the mother of the child approves.
“The main reason I’m coming with this bill is to give children the most wholesome environment possible given the situation and to give both parents equal time with the child. Hopefully, this will prevent detrimental effects that arise when a child is raised by only one parent.” said Sellers.
Sellers pre-filed a another bill that would require a judge to consider that joint custody is the best option in divorce cases.
“Equality under the law is very important regarding family matters. This Alabama bill encourages equality and grants fathers certain rights while protecting the best interests of the child in certain situations. Arizona presumes that both parents are fit unless proven otherwise.”
Aaric Siesco, Rose Law Group family law attorney
