The instant case presents an interesting and novel issue not heretofore addressed by the courts of this State. Does a paternity proceeding commenced by a putative father abate when he dies after the filing of the petition? The resolution of this question requires a determination of the constitutionality of section 518 of the Family Court Act which deals only with the subsequent death of a mother. For the reasons hereinafter set forth...
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