About the Program
Benefits of establishing paternity
Establishing paternity provides emotional and legal benefits for both children and their parents.
Learn how establishing paternity benefits your child
The program
The New Jersey Paternity Opportunity Program (POP) is a program under the Department of Human Services that provides many services.
Purpose of the New Jersey Paternity Opportunity Program
COP information
The Certificate of Parentage (COP) is a legal form parents complete to add the biological father's name to the child's birth certificate.
How to voluntarily establish paternity
