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Minnesota Voluntary Recognition of Parentage Revocation Form (DHS-3159B)

Minnesota Department of Human ServicesParentage and paternityForm DHS-3159BFree downloadLast verified November 10, 2026

Cancels a Recognition of Parentage (DHS-3159) that was signed and filed, and the legal father and child relationship it created. It is filed with the Minnesota Department of Health, Office of Vital Records.

Who can use this form

  • Either parent who signed the Recognition of Parentage
  • Signing is voluntary and must be done in front of a notary public
  • The form must be filed within 60 days after the Recognition of Parentage was signed

What to send with it

  • The completed revocation, signed in front of a notary public
  • Names and information that match the Recognition of Parentage you signed and filed
  • A new form if you make a mistake; do not cross out words or make corrections
  • Fax the form to 877-490-5564, or mail it if you cannot fax

Where to send it

Mail to
Minnesota Department of Health Office of Vital Records PO Box 64499 St. Paul, MN 55164-0499
State fee
Not provided
Typical processing
Not provided
Issued by
Minnesota Department of Human Services
Form revision
6-25
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