Joseph v. Alexander

The appellant originated his action as one allowed under R.C. Chapter 3111. This chapter provides that an action may be brought for the determination of the existence or non-existence of the father and child relationship. R.C. 3111.04 specifically provides, in part, that such an action may be brought by “* * * a man alleged or alleging himself to be the child’s father * * *.” The court of appeals concluded that such an action could not be brought and involve a child conceived and born during the existence of a marriage. The court stated that “* * * [Reasonable minds cannot differ that this…