26.26.335 - Challenge after expiration of time for rescission of acknowledgment or denial of paternity.

Challenge after expiration of time for rescission of acknowledgment or denial of paternity.

(1) After the period for rescission under RCW 26.26.330 has elapsed, a signatory of an acknowledgment or denial of paternity may commence a proceeding to challenge the acknowledgment or denial only:

     (a) On the basis of fraud, duress, or material mistake of fact; and

     (b) Within two years after the acknowledgment or denial is filed with the state registrar of vital statistics.

     (2) A party challenging an acknowledgment or denial of paternity has the burden of proof.

[2002 c 302 § 308.]