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Presumption of legitimacy

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In common law, the "presumption of legitimacy" is a legal presumption that states that a child born within the subsistence of a marriage is presumed to be the child of the husband.

Early history

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Paternity is considered an important issue in determining the rules of succession.[1] Illegitimate children were originally excluded from royal succession, noble status, hereditary titles and property.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "The Presumption of Legitimacy". Retrieved June 12, 2010.