In re Estate of F.C.

Andree Layton Roaf, Justice.

This is a paternity case. Appellant R.P. filed a petition for appointment of administrator and a petition for paternity in the matter of the Estate of F.C., deceased. The probate judge found that a paternity action may not be pursued against a deceased father or his estate, and dismissed the petition. The sole issue presented on appeal is whether the death of the putative father precludes an action for the determination of paternity. We hold the probate court did not have subject matter jurisdiction, and affirm the dismissal on this basis.

FACTS

F.C. died on May 14,…