Augusta, GA · Richmond County
Petition To Legitimate
This two-page petition lets a natural father ask a Georgia Juvenile Court to declare a child born out of wedlock legitimate and address the child’s name and inheritance rights.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The petition asks the Juvenile Court to declare the child legitimate and capable of inheriting from the petitioner as if born in lawful wedlock. It collects information about the child, the petitioner, the mother, residence, and any pending deprivation proceeding, and includes requests for notice and other relief. The form is used when a natural father asks the court for this determination; the text does not state a filing deadline.
Who needs it
A natural father seeking a Juvenile Court order declaring a child born out of wedlock legitimate may use this petition to make that request.
Why it needs a notary
The petitioner’s signature line says it must be signed in the presence of a Notary Public; the form does not label the notarial block as a jurat or acknowledgment.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Petition
Get the two-page Petition to Legitimate from the Augusta document link.
- 2
Fill In The Petition
Complete the requested information about the petitioner, child, mother, residences, and court proceedings.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a video appointment with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign On Video
Wait to sign until the notary directs you to do so during the video appointment.
- 5
Submit To The Court
Submit the completed petition to the appropriate Georgia Juvenile Court.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Augusta. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I complete and notarize this petition?
- Fill in the petition, then sign it in the presence of a commissioned online notary during your video appointment. Submit the completed petition to the appropriate Georgia Juvenile Court.
- Do I need to sign the petition in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form states that the petitioner must sign in the presence of a Notary Public. Do not sign before your notary appointment.
- Can I use an online notary for this Georgia court form?
- Georgia has no remote online notarization statute of its own. Georgia law recognizes acknowledgments taken by notaries of other states under O.C.G.A. §44-2-21. Confirm with the city if unsure.
- What information does the petition ask for?
- It asks for details about the petitioner, child, mother, residences, and any pending deprivation proceeding. It also includes requests about the child’s name, legitimacy, inheritance, and other relief.