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DNA Testing In Idaho

Idaho DNA Tests – Accredited, Affordable, Accurate

Journey Genetic Testing provides certified, budget-friendly, and 100% accurate DNA services in Idaho.

Our testing services focus on paternity and family relationship genetic testing. Based| on your special situation and need, we can prepare results that are either for peace of mind, or are court-ready.

Confidential at home DNA kits accepted for use in Idaho will provide the same results as legally admissible process, but are not typically admissible in situations where a legal report is needed as there is no record of the person of those undergoing the laboratory study.

Our legal AABB accredited DNA results can be used in court for matters such as: child support, birth certificates, and custody cases. Legal test reports can also be used for Social Security benefits, IRS verification of dependents, probate issues, and immigration cases. We have a legal DNA collection network of over 3,500 locations in the United States, and will be able to arrange an appointment for you with a collection location close to your home or office.

You can securely order both a legal and home test from us online 24/7, or call us at 855-362-5224 with any questions, during our regular business hours.

DNA Tests We Offer in Idaho

Our Idaho Approved DNA Tests Are 100% Accurate

Journey Genetic Testing’s home paternity test and relationship DNA tests provides you with a conclusive and accurate result for DNA testing between the participants. Our parent laboratory performs every DNA test twice, and the results are ready in just 1-2 business days, depending on the test. Every DNA test we do in your state is guaranteed to be Idaho state approved and 100% accurate. And above all, your result will establish the truth of the relationship tested for. Get the answers you need and deserve today,

Journey Genetic Testing offers the best at home DNA kits at the lowest prices in the industry. Furthermore, all of our home DNA tests are performed by expert geneticists using scientifically-valid methods and state-of-the-art equipment in our AABB accredited partner laboratory, located in the USA. No test results are released until all data has been examined, and approved, by one of our experienced laboratory Ph.D.’s.

Our DNA testing service is unmatched in quality and yet very affordable. You can be assured that your DNA samples will be handled discreetly and processed confidentially. With our technology and affordable DNA test prices, there is no longer a need to go without knowing the truth about a biological relationship.

It may be helpful, if you considering a DNA test to establish paternity, to be aware of the legal statutes in Idaho regarding paternity. The following information about Idaho paternity law is provided as general information only. Journey Genetic Testing does not provide legal advice or representation. We encourage you to research your state laws for the most current information, or contact a family law attorney.

Idaho Paternity Law

The following information about Idaho paternity laws is provided as general information only. Journey Genetic Testing does not provide legal advice or representation. We encourage you to research your state laws for the most current information, or contact a family law attorney.

Read Idaho’s Paternity Statutes

Idaho Paternity Law: Chapter 3

3.1 Paternity Establishment In Idaho

There are three (3) ways to establish paternity in Idaho:

Through a judicial proceeding i.e. paternity order or divorce decree.

Through a voluntary acknowledgment filed with a state’s Vital Statistics Unit. To verify the dates of when Idaho CSS recognized the Acknowledgment of Paternity as a finding of paternity See Section 3.3.2 of this chapter.

Through marriage. The husband is presumed to be the father based on the marriage if:

The parents are married at the time of the child’s conception.

The parents are married at the time of the child’s birth.

The parents subsequently marry and sign an Acknowledgment of Paternity or Subsequent Marriage and Surname of Child (HWH0142). This acknowledgment must be filed with Vital Statistics to be valid.

The father can rebut the presumption of paternity at the time of litigation to establish support. This means that if he contacts CSS and says he is not the father &endash; CSS must notify the attorney the AF wants testing.

See Section 3.2 for definitions of presumptive and conclusive findings of paternity.

3.1.1 Judicial Proceedings

A judicial proceeding to establish paternity begins by filing a summons and complaint with the Clerk of the District Court. Copies of these documents are served on the Alleged Father AF who may file an answer with the Clerk of the District Court within twenty (20) days. (The CP in these actions is also served.) Depending on the response of the AF, who has been properly served with the summons and complaint, three (3) general courses of action can be initiated:

If the AF does not file an answer with the court or otherwise respond within the twenty (20) day answer period, a default order that contains filiation language can be requested which establishes the AF as the legal father. See Section 3.9.6 Default Order for more details.

If the AF responds and is willing to admit paternity, he can sign a stipulation which must be approved by a judge, acknowledging that he is the father of the child.

If the AF responds with a denial of paternity, CSS will schedule genetic testing.

See Section 3.4.3 regarding filiation language to determine if an order actually establishes paternity for a child.

See Sections 3.4 through 3.7 for more detailed information on the judicial process.

3.1.2 Voluntary Acknowledgments

A Voluntary Acknowledgment provides a way to establish paternity through administrative process. The ability to establish paternity in this manner is required by Federal Code of Regulations (CFR). Paternity can be voluntarily acknowledged:

By both of the parents signing an Acknowledgment of Paternity or Subsequent Marriage and Surname of Child form (HWH0142);

– OR –

By both of the parents signing Acknowledgment of Paternity Affidavit form (HWHP001). To verify the dates of when Idaho CSS recognized the Acknowledgment of Paternity as a finding of paternity See Section 3.3.2 of this chapter;

– OR –

By the mother and biological father and the legal father all signing an Acknowledgment of Paternity Affidavit form (HWHP001) (3rd Party Acknowledgment).

In Idaho, the signed Acknowledgment of Paternity Affidavits are filed with Idaho Vital Statistics. (07/14/99)

See Section 3.8 for more detailed information on the acknowledgment process.

3.1.3 Marriage Or Subsequent Marriage

Marriage

Children born within a marriage are considered to have a rebuttable presumption of paternity. ”Within a marriage” means that the child was conceived or born after the date of the marriage and before a divorce decree is entered. A divorce does not automatically remove the presumption of paternity. If conception occurred prior to the divorce the presumption of paternity remains intact.

EXAMPLE #1:

Judy is married to Dale on 10/25/87. Junior is born on 10/15/95. They are divorced on 6/15/95 and the divorce decree is silent (makes no reference to the unborn at all) or states ”r;there were no children born of the marriage”. Dale is the rebuttable presumed father of the child because the child was conceived while the couple was still married, (the end of January 1995 according to the paternity wheel). Language stating that there were no children born of the marriage does not constitute exclusion because it does not specifically reference the unborn child.

EXAMPLE #2: Judy is married to Dale on 10/25/87. Junior is born on 10/15/95. They are divorced on 6/15/95 and the divorce decree specifically states that the unborn is not his child. Even though the child was conceived while the couple was still married, (January 1995), Dale is excluded as the father of the child; the paternity issue has been adjudicated.

Subsequent Marriage

Subsequent marriage means the child was born before the date of marriage and alone does not conclusively establish paternity. Children born before the marriage are considered to have a rebuttable presumption of paternity when a subsequent marriage occurs.

Other considerations apply when determining if the subsequent marriage has conclusively established paternity:

The CP must not have been married to another man prior to conception or birth of the child; and

Both parties must sign a Subsequent Marriage Affidavit and that affidavit must be filed with Vital Statistics;

– OR –

A paternity order is established.

Idaho Subsequent Marriage statute provides no statutory limit on how long after the birth of the child the couple gets married creates a presumptive establishment of paternity. Also, no guidance is given to determine if the man the CP marries is the biological father of the child or if he is willing to accept the role as the father. Because the language in the Subsequent Marriage statute is so vague, CSS will not accept a subsequent marriage as an establishment of paternity unless:

The couple signs an Acknowledgment of Paternity or Subsequent Marriage and Surname of Child (HWH0142). This acknowledgment must be filed with Vital Statistics to be valid;

– OR –

Paternity is established through a judicial proceeding i.e. paternity order or divorce decree.

If the couple later divorces and the divorce decree contains filiation language, conclusive paternity has been established. See Section 3.4.3 for acceptable filiation language. CSS will provide genetic testing if the AF refuses to sign the Acknowledgment of Subsequent Marriage. For further information on when CSS will provide genetic testing See Section 3.11

If the couple chooses to complete the Acknowledgment of Paternity or Subsequent Marriage and Surname of Child form (HWH0142) the husband’s name will be added onto the birth certificate and establish a conclusive finding of paternity without court action.

If the child was born in Idaho and the parents were married in Idaho, the Acknowledgment of Paternity or Subsequent Marriage and Surname of Child form (HWH0142) must be filed with Idaho Vital Statistics to add dad’s name to the birth certificate.

If the parents were married in another state or country, a certified copy of the Marriage Certificate must accompany the Acknowledgment form.

If the child was born in another state and the parents were married in a state or country other than where the child was born, both the Acknowledgment of Paternity or Subsequent Marriage and Surname of Child form (HWH0142) and a copy of the Marriage Certificate must be filed with the child’s birth state Vital Statistics.

If paternity is conclusively established via a court order, the Court Determination of Paternity, provided to the attorney will be sent to Vital Statistics in the birth state of the child. The Vital Statistics in the birth state of the child will enter the father’s name on the birth certificate.

3.2 Presumptive VS. Conclusive Paternity Establishment

There are two (2) categories of paternity recognized in Idaho:

Presumptive: rebuttable until a conclusive finding is made, becomes conclusive within a specified timeframe under Idaho law, or is rescinded. This means that Idaho law allows the alleged ’bio’ or ’legal (by marriage)’ father to contest the presumption of paternity in court . CSS will provide genetic testing in these circumstances if it’s in the best interest of the child without being ordered to do so. Excluding a father, either bio or legal, is not considered disestablishment while paternity is still a rebuttable presumption.

Conclusive: a non-rebuttable finding of paternity under Idaho law. This includes default paternity orders. This means that the alleged father would have to bring a motion and present compelling evidence of good cause and hope the court allows the challenge of paternity. If CSS is a party or intervener in the court action, CSS will present evidence that paternity has already been conclusively established. CSS will provide genetic testing if court ordered to do so. Reversal of a conclusive establishment constitutes disestablishment and CSS will not voluntarily participate in these actions. CSS Default paternity orders are a conclusive finding of paternity, however CSS may provide genetic testing if the order is less than six (6) months old. See Section 3.11 for further information regarding genetic testing. If conclusive paternity is already documented in the case file, the CSS worker can proceed with the establishment of a child support order. See Chapter 4, Establishment (3/1/05)

Examples of rebuttable presumptions of paternity are:

Paternity Acknowledgments filed prior to 7/1/96. Acknowledgments filed prior to 7/1/96 had no designated rescission period and can be disputed at any time during the child’s minority. This acknowledgment provided a presumption of paternity allowing CSS to establish a support order (without establishing paternity). If disputed (at any time during the child’s minority) CSS is required to establish a conclusive finding of paternity. (7/3/07)

Paternity Acknowledgment that was rescinded during the allowable rescission period. See Section 3.3.2 ”When You Are Not Required To Establish Paternity” for allowable rescission periods.

A divorce decree that does not specifically name the child and the child/parent relationship and does not order child support.

A child born within a legal marriage when either the mother or father alleges the legal, rebuttable presumed, father is not the biological father. The claim of non-paternity, by either party, constitutes a request for testing. Either party has the right to request genetic testing under Idaho law. CSS does not need to be court ordered to provide genetic testing when paternity is still a rebuttable presumption. Properly documented, these legal presumptions can be used as the basis in a court action for paternity establishment.

EXAMPLE: The Acknowledgment of Paternity or Subsequent MarriageAffidavit is, signed but not filed, or is signed and filed on 6/20/93. This affidavit is evidence of paternity and can take the place of a Filiation Affidavit. The same would apply to a copy of a marriage certificate in the case of a subsequent marriage.

Examples of conclusive establishment of paternity are:

An order of filiation from any court with appropriatejurisdiction.

Default paternity orders entered in Idaho that are more than six (6) months old.

Default paternity orders entered out-of-state have different time limits according to the other state’s laws. CSS should check the IRG on the OCSE website to determine the time limits under that state’s laws.

Administrative paternity orders from other states.

Idaho Paternity Acknowledgments, file with Vital Statistics, whose sixty (60) day rescission period has lapsed. To verify the dates of when Idaho CSS recognized the Acknowledgment of Paternity as a finding of paternity See Section 3.3.2 of this chapter.

A subsequent marriage with a Subsequent Marriage Affidavit filed with Vital Statistics.

A divorce decree that specifically names the child. See Section 3.4.3 Filiation Language of this chapter for more detailed information.

Child Support Services is required to document how paternity was established. For more information on the required documentation and what is acceptable, see Unit 28, Data Integrity. (3/1/05)

Required Probability of Paternity for Idaho Courts: 98%
Required Paternity Index: None

DNA Testing Locations In Idaho

At-home, peace of mind DNA kits can be sent to any location in Idaho, including P.O. Boxes. We ship all DNA collection kits by USPS Priority mail. You will received a USPS tracking number for your kit, and in most cases, have it in 1-2 business days as we ship from our corporate office in Portland, OR.

For court admissible legal paternity and relationship testing, we have professional DNA specimen collection sites  in or close to most Idaho locations. All legal testing is by appointment only. You will be able to access these sites easily from your home or office.

Here is a list of the cities that are near, or have, a legal DNA testing center in Idaho
  • Ammon
  • Blackfoot
  • Boise
  • Burley
  • Caldwell
  • Chubbuck
  • Coeur d’Alene
  • Eagle
  • Emmett
  • Fruitland
  • Garden City
  • Hailey
  • Hayden
  • Idaho Falls
  • Jerome
  • Kuna
  • Lewiston
  • Meridian
  • Middleton
  • Moscow
  • Mountain Home
  • Nampa
  • Payette
  • Pocatello
  • Post Falls
  • Preston
  • Rathdrum
  • Rexburg
  • Sandpoint
  • Star
  • Twin Falls
  • Weiser

FAQ’s About Idaho DNA Testing

How Does An Idaho Authorized At Home DNA Test Work?

A home DNA test provides a cheap, private, simple, and accurate method to determine relationships such as paternity, sibling, grandparents, and aunt/uncle. Having your home DNA test kit processed in a AABB accredited lab is important. The same protocols used for a legally binding DNA test in the privacy and comfort of your own home or office will be used for your home DNA test.

Our home DNA tests can answer your biological questions privately, quickly and affordably.

The recognized and accepted process in Idaho for home paternity testing is very easy. People who take the home DNA test usually collect their DNA sample through a cheek swab, also called a buccal, swab. Rubbing the swab against the inside of the cheek painlessly collects the skin cells needed. Since we conduct two sets of tests on each buccal swab, there will be 4 swabs per person in your collection kit. Two swabs should be taken on each side of the mouth. Don’t smoke or drink coffee or tea for 30 minutes before the collection, and rinse the mouth with water. When you’re done, just put the samples in the envelope we provide, and return them to our lab in the prepaid overnight envelope we provide.

Does Idaho Allow For Discreet, Or “Secret” DNA Testing?

Unlike many locations outside of the U.S.A., almost all states will allow testing using non-standard samples. This is a more discreet way of testing. If you have a particular concern about this, please check the laws in your state.

The cheek swab is the most common method of collection. Sometimes a test participant cant submit a sample because a family member is deceased, imprisoned, not wanting to test, orsimply unavailable. For these reasons, we also offer forensic DNA processing services for other types of DNA samples, which are referred to as “non-standard samples.” Ear wax, hair (must have the root attached), discharge on a tissue, nail clippings, and toothbrushes are the most common forensic samples. A viability test is required on all non-standard samples, which requires an additional fee. For more information about the different items that can be tested, please click on NON-STANDARD DNA SAMPLES.

What If One Of Us Lives In Idaho And The Other Person Lives In Another State?

A lot of test participants live too far apart to do the home DNA test using the same DNA kit. For these situations, we offer an option to have multiple collection kits shipped out. Simply choose the option for an additional address when you place your order. Upon selecting that option, we will send a second collection kit to the address indicted for the additional kit(s). When your DNA samples and case information are received back in the lab, reference numbers and bar codes will link them together.

What If I Need To Prove Paternity In Idaho But The Father Is Not Available?

Paternity tests always give a clear yes or no answer. If the father is unavailable, there are other DNA tests we offer to determine paternity. For example, a sibling DNA test may be used to test for possible brothers and sisters. You can also perform a grandparent DNA test for the alleged grandparent and grandchild. The aunt/uncle avuncular DNA test with a full sibling of the alleged parent would also be convincing.

You may also want to do a Y-DNA test if 2 men want to find out if they are related through the male line. This test is also always conclusive. If more than one paternal relative is available to participate in a DNA test, consider doing a family genetic reconstruction DNA test instead. If you are not certain which choice is right for your situation, one of our Genetic Consultants would be glad to provide you help. Just give us a call at 1-855-362-5224.

Ordering A Home DNA Test In Idaho Is Quick, Easy, And Private

You Order – We Ship Right Away
Once we receive your paternity test order, we will ship priority a customized DNA collection kit (first kit free). We will provide you a tracking number for your kit.

Collect And Return The DNA Samples:
 Painless cheek swabs are provided to collect the DNA. The collection per person takes less than a minute. Return the DNA to our laboratory using the prepaid overnight FedEx label we provide (U.S.A. addresses).

Our Lab Performs The Specimen Analysis:
Once all DNA samples are received in lab, the testing begins. We will notify you by email they have been received and give you a due date for your results.

We Deliver Your DNA Results:
We know you want these results quickly, so we will your DNA test results to the email address on file. If you also requested a printed copy of the results they will be sent priority within one business day of emailing your results, with a tracking number.