Rick believes that he is the father of the baby Rena is expecting. Rena has cut off their relationship, however, and has moved without telling Rick her new address. Rick suspects Rena may plan to give the baby up for adoption, but he would like to raise the child himself. To make sure he receives notice of any adoption proceeding that might be filed, Rick can ___________________________________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


File a notice of intent to claim paternity with the Putative Father Registry. (He can also file
a paternity petition, but this will not assure notice of any adoption proceeding until an
order of filiation is entered.)

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