Paternity
A Law Dictionary, Adapted to the Constitution and Laws of the United States · John Bouvier · 1839
A Law Dictionary, Adapted to the Constitution and Laws of the United States
The state or condition of a father. The husband is prima facie presumed to be the father of his wife's children, born during coverture, or within a competent time afterwards; pater is est quem nuptiae demonstrant. Vide Bastard; Bastardy; Legitimacy; Maternity; Pregnancy.