Different states in this country have different statutes as to whether statutory rape is a felony or a misdemeanor. The difference usually depends upon the age difference between the adult and the victim. The greater the age differential (for example more than ten years) the greater the chance that the crime would be charged as a felony.To determine what the conviction was for as to your child's father (felony or misdemeanor) I suggest that you simply pull his criminal file. Such conviction will state either misdemeanor of felony.As to assistance in what you want to accomplish, since you do not have the funds to retain an attorney, I suggest that you consult with your local legal aid clinic to see if it can be of assistance to you.