Georgia's Legitimation Law: A Modern-day Trojan Horse for Nonresident Black Fathers with Low Income who are Unmarried.

  • Published In: Child Welfare, 2025, v. 102, n. 5. P. 61 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: Banks, Leon; Johnson, Damien J. 3 of 3

Abstract

This paper investigates the harmful repercussions of the legitimation policy in Georgia, including the negative feedback loop comprising loss of freedom, repetitive cycles of unemployment, and financial and emotional restrictions that adversely impact the relationship between the father and child and the father and custodial mother. Research is presented to amplify the cycle of poverty, punishment, and diminished well-being that encapsulates the plight of these fathers who fail to adhere to child support policy mandates. There is a need for policy reform and the implementation of supportive programs to break these cycles and promote more equitable outcomes for fathers, children, and families. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Child Welfare. 2025/01, Vol. 102, Issue 5, p61
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Politics and Government
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0009-4021
  • Accession Number:184120164
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