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I am 17 and got my ex-girlfriend pregnant by accident. She will be give birth shortly. Can I be declared the father and made to pay maintenance even though I am under 18?

Yes, if she files you for paternity and maintenance, and you are declared the father, either on the basis of your admission, or genetic testing ordered by court, you would be legally obliged to support your child, even though you, yourself, are still a minor. Your circumstances would be taken into account and the maintenance sum reduced accordingly. The baby's mother are also legally entitled to sue your parents for the maintenance if you are unable to pay.