While the mother have the right to refuse a paternity test, the alleged father can still perform a home test without needing the mother’s DNA. If the mother refuses to determine paternity for legal reasons, the court can order a paternity test to be conducted. Although a mother’s consent is typically required for her children to undergo a DNA test, the court can override her refusal if it considers the test to be in the child’s best interest. Establishing paternity can be a detailed and time-consuming process that may involve negotiation, mediation, and legal action.