Sec. 10. (a) As used in this section, "DNA test" means an identification process in which the unique genetic code of an individual that is carried by the individual's deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is compared with the genetic codes of another individual.
(b) The state department may make additions to or corrections in a certificate of birth on receipt of adequate documentary evidence, including the results of a DNA test under subsection (c) or a paternity affidavit executed under section 2.1 of this chapter.
(c) The state department may make an addition to a birth certificate based on the results of a DNA test only if:
(1) a father is not named on the birth certificate; and
(2) a citation to this subsection as the authority for the addition is noted on the birth certificate.
[Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-16-7.]
As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.46-1995, SEC.65; P.L.133-1995, SEC.16.
Structure Indiana Code
Chapter 2. Certification of Births
16-37-2-1. "Person in Attendance at Birth"
16-37-2-3. Time for Filing Birth Certificate
16-37-2-4. Acceptance of Delayed Filed Birth Certificates
16-37-2-5. Birth Certificates Presented More Than 12 Months After Birth
16-37-2-6. Rules for Accepting Delayed Birth Certificates
16-37-2-7. Certificate of Birth Registration; Issuance to Delayed Birth Certificate Applicant
16-37-2-8. Probative Value of Delayed Birth Certificate
16-37-2-9. Permanent Record; Public Inspection; Adoptee Birth Records
16-37-2-10. "DNA Test"; Additions or Corrections to Birth Certificate; Evidence
16-37-2-11. Custody of Children of Unknown Parentage; Reports
16-37-2-12. Children of Unknown Parentage; Certificates of Birth
16-37-2-13. Recorded Name of Child Born Out of Wedlock
16-37-2-14. Duties of Health Officer Regarding Paternity Affidavit
16-37-2-15. Proper Name of Illegitimate Child Whose Parents Subsequently Marry