Madeline G. v. David R.

OPINION OF THE COURT

Allan Dixon, J.

This is a paternity proceeding pursuant to article 5 of the *274Family Court Act, in which the respondent has moved to have counsel assigned by the court.

The petitioner in this action is the married mother of three minor children. In August of 1976, the petitioner gave birth to a female child shortly after which she applied for public assistance under the New York Aid to Families with Dependent Children category. The petitioner in compliance with the relevant statutes, rules and regulations alleged that the respondent was the putative father of her newborn…