An email isn't legal and binding. Have a DNA test and procede from there. The judge will decide the suppoet schedule if he is the father. Don't duck the woman, chances are he's not the father, but if he is, he should come forward immediatly. First thing to do is consult an attorney.

It's unlikely. If the child is biologically his, it should be fairly easy to prove he had no knowledge of the child and the woman didn't notify him or request child support. A judge shouldn't punich him because he's committed no wrong. It is likely he'll have to pay child support from this point on, though,

HOney what in the hell is going on in your life? Get a dna of the child to see if its his...And no, she can not suie for child support, he didn't even know it was his..Also if it is his, get ready to make out checks.

Yes she can under federal law, up to 23 years. In Missouri there's a five year limit. California is 18 and Michigan is 23. In Michigan it can be awarded even if the woman had sex with an underage boy, provided she waits until after the statute of limitations on statutory rape to file for child support. The last case I saw there was 14 years retroactive against a 27 year old man. A judge can deny the request, but in this economy, he could face dismissal for doing so. The more retroactive that can be ordered, the greater amount in federal matching funds the state can claim. You need an attorney, a DNA test, forced is necessary, and what to do next. If she comes back and says he's really not the father, ask for a DNA test anyway to make sure. To learn about his rights, as well as how to interview and hire an attorney, go to Dads House in Yahoo Groups. Upon joining, you will receive a link for downloading a 200 page educational manual that can teach you what you need to know. Take the time to learn what you can and should do. Bird Nest Custody http://groups.yahoo.com/group/GiveKidsAChoice/ Can We Tape http://www.rcfp.org/taping/ Dads House http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/DadsHouse/