Unwed Father's Rights in New York: How Far Does the Protection Extend?

Authors

Elise Schlackman, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

Abstract

The article examines the evolution of unwed fathers' rights in New York, highlighting the Supreme Court's recognition of their constitutional protections, particularly in cases like Stanley v. Illinois, Caban v. Mohammed, and Lehr v. Robertson. It critiques New York's efforts to comply with these rulings, emphasizing the unconstitutionality of certain statutes and the need for clear legislative standards to balance fathers' rights with the best interests of the child.

Disciplines

Law | Law and Gender

Recommended Citation

Elise Schlackman, Unwed Father's Rights in New York: How Far Does the Protection Extend?, 1 Cardozo J. Equal Rts. & Soc. Just. 199 (1993).
Available at: https://larc.cardozo.yu.edu/cardozoersj/vol1/iss1/12