ORS 109.197 Genetic testing when specimen not available

The court may order relatives of an alleged genetic parent to submit specimens for testing if:

A genetic testing specimen is not available from the alleged genetic parent;

The individual seeking genetic testing demonstrates good cause and the court finds that the circumstances are just; and

The court finds that the need for genetic testing outweighs the legitimate interests of the individual sought to be tested.

The court may order any of the following individuals to submit specimens for genetic testing under this section:

A parent of the alleged genetic parent;

A sibling of the alleged genetic parent;

Another child of the alleged genetic parent and the person who gave birth to the other child; and

Another relative of the alleged genetic parent as necessary to complete genetic testing.