Legal Paternity Test
From CA$395
Need legal proof of biological fatherhood for child support, custody, immigration, or estate matters? The Legal DNA Paternity Test from DNA Tests Direct Canada provides accurate, court-admissible results you can rely on. With professional sample collection and strict chain-of-custody protocols, our test meets legal standards for use in Canadian courts and government applications. All testing is done in our accredited Canadian laboratory, with results ready in just 1-2 business days.
Select your Legal Paternity Test
Pricing is all inclusive (includes all laboratory processing fees, and delivery of the reports).
| Participants | Turnaround Time | Price | Order → |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 child, 1 alleged father | 1 to 3 business days | $395 | Order → |
| 1 mother, 1 child, 1 alleged father | 3 to 5 business days | $395 | Order → |
| 2 children, 1 alleged father | 1 to 3 business days | $625 | Order → |
| 1 mother, 2 children, 1 alleged father | 3 to 5 business days | $625 | Order → |
| 3 children, 1 alleged father | 1 to 3 business days | $855 | Order → |
| 1 mother, 3 children, 1 alleged father | 3 to 5 business days | $855 | Order → |
| 4 children, 1 alleged father | 1 to 3 business days | $1085 | Order → |
| 1 mother, 4 children, 1 alleged father | 3 to 5 business days | $1085 | Order → |
| 5 children, 1 alleged father | 1 to 3 business days | $1315 | Order → |
| 1 mother, 1 child, 2 alleged fathers | 3 to 5 business days | $625 | Order → |
| 6 children, 1 alleged father | 1 to 3 business days | $1545 | Order → |
| 1 child, 2 alleged fathers | 1 to 3 business days | $625 | Order → |
Legal vs. Private DNA Testing
Understanding the difference between legal and home paternity tests is crucial for making the right choice for your situation. While both tests use identical laboratory analysis, only legal tests provide the documentation and procedures required for court proceedings.
| Feature | Legal Test | Home Test |
|---|---|---|
| Court Admissible | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| Chain of Custody | ✓ Documented | ✗ Self-collected |
| Witnessed Collection | ✓ Required | ✗ Not required |
| Photo ID Verification | ✓ Required | ✗ Not required |
| Legal Documentation | ✓ Complete | ✗ Personal use only |
Our Legal Testing Process
1
Schedule Collection
We coordinate appointments at convenient locations with qualified collectors who can verify identities and witness sample collection.
2
Sample Collection
Photo ID verification, documented chain of custody, and professionally witnessed collection using simple, painless mouth swabs.
3
Laboratory Analysis
Samples analyzed using up to 27 genetic markers with our dual-process system ensuring 99.9999% accuracy for inclusions.
4
Legal Documentation
Comprehensive report with chain of custody documentation, ready for court submission. Results in 1-2 business days.
Accredited for Excellence
For a DNA test to be accepted by the Canadian legal system, it must be performed by a laboratory accredited by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC). Our laboratory holds full SCC accreditation, as well as the AABB (Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biologics) accreditation, which is the international gold standard for legal paternity testing.
Accredited for Excellence
For a DNA test to be accepted by the Canadian legal system, it must be performed by a laboratory accredited by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC). Our laboratory holds full SCC accreditation, as well as the AABB (Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biologics) accreditation, which is the international gold standard for legal paternity testing.
Ready to Get Started?
Don't let uncertainty delay legal proceedings. Our Legal Paternity Tests provide the answers you need with the documentation courts require. Contact us today to schedule your witnessed collection and get legally admissible results in just 1-2 business days.
Legal Paternity Test
From CA$395
Need legal proof of biological fatherhood for child support, custody, immigration, or estate matters? The Legal DNA Paternity Test from DNA Tests Direct Canada provides accurate, court-admissible results you can rely on. With professional sample collection and strict chain-of-custody protocols, our test meets legal standards for use in Canadian courts and government applications. All testing is done in our accredited Canadian laboratory, with results ready in just 1-2 business days.
