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The Acknowledgement of Paternity Affidavit is a crucial legal document used in New Zealand when a father wishes to formally establish his legal relationship with a child. This document is particularly relevant when parents are not married, when adding father's details to a birth certificate after initial registration, or when establishing legal rights and responsibilities. The affidavit must comply with the Status of Children Act 1969 and the Births, Deaths, Marriages, and Relationships Registration Act 1995, requiring specific declarations and proper witnessing. It serves as evidence for updating official records, establishing citizenship rights, and determining parental responsibilities. The document must be completed truthfully and accurately, as it carries legal implications for all parties involved and can affect various aspects of the child's legal status and rights.

1. Title and Date: Title of the affidavit and date of execution

2. Declarant Information: Full legal name, address, and occupation of the person making the declaration (alleged father)

3. Child Information: Full name, date of birth, and place of birth of the child

4. Mother Information: Full legal name and details of the child's mother

5. Declaration of Paternity: Formal statement acknowledging paternity of the child

6. Basis of Knowledge: Statement explaining the basis for believing paternity, including relationship with the mother at the relevant time

7. Consent and Understanding: Statement confirming understanding of legal implications and voluntary nature of the acknowledgment

8. Declarations Under Penalty of Perjury: Formal declarations of truth and accuracy of the statements made

9. Execution Block: Signature blocks for the declarant, witness(es), and authorized person (e.g., Justice of the Peace)