DNA Testing Locations - Howes, SD

Paternity, Child Custody, Court

Offering DNA testing for legal and non-legal purposes

4 DNA-Testing Centers in Howes

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Po Box 57726.41 miles

Po Box 577
Faith, SD 57626

503 W Pine St44.22 miles

503 W Pine St
Philip, SD 57567

112 7th Ave44.41 miles

112 7th Ave
Wall, SD 57790

8000 E Hwy 21249.72 miles

8000 E Hwy 212
Eagle Butte, SD 57625

How It Works

Legal DNA test – when needing a DNA test for paternity, child custody or any court ordered purpose a legal DNA test must be performed at a testing center, the child/children and the alleged father will be scheduled to go to one of our many testing centers nationwide with appropriate documentation, identification, and the test will be performed by a qualified DNA test collector who will then send the specimen to a certified AABB laboratory. Results will be available in approximately 10 days after the laboratory receives the specimen.

Non-legal DNA test -this test is performed for informational purposes only, a DNA certified test kit will be sent to the purchaser via regular mail or overnight delivery. The kit will include clear instructions of how to perform the DNA test, the purchaser will utilize an oral fluid swab for the child/children and alleged father. upon completion the specimen will be placed in a prepaid delivery envelope and sent to our AABB certified laboratory. Results will be available in approximately 10 days after the specimens are received at the laboratory. Please remember the non-legal DNA test cannot be used in a court of law or for any legal purpose.

Howes DNA Testing

DNA Testing Services Available at Our Howes, SD Labs:

Accredited Drug Testing offers comprehensive genetic testing solutions in Howes, SD, assisting individuals with a variety of needs such as confirming ancestry, establishing paternity, and exploring familial links. Our streamlined processes and AABB lab partnerships ensure fast, secure, and accurate results, providing peace of mind. Whether you're unlocking genetic genealogies or resolving family law disputes, our DNA testing services deliver timely, precise outcomes to assist in your journey.

Testing Types Available:

Legal DNA Testing

Experience excellence in legal DNA testing, as our accredited labs provide court-recognized results for diverse applications such as paternity, custody, or immigration, meeting stringent legal standards every time.

Non-Legal DNA Testing

Explore personal DNA testing options, offering insight into health, genealogy, and familial connections, with reliable results perfect for non-legal needs—accurate and confidential outcomes to suit your curiosity.

AABB Certified Labs

How Our DNA Testing Works

Visit our Howes, SD center for a seamless DNA sample collection experience, assisted by our expert staff. After sample submission, laboratory analysis occurs; results available within 3-5 days. Each step is designed to ensure your comfort, confidentiality, and ease, making it simple to access your genetic insights quickly and easily.

Accuracy and Reliability

Our DNA tests at Accredited Drug Testing ensure precise, AABB-certified results, meeting stringent quality control measures. Every step is structured to deliver unparalleled accuracy, giving you the confidence you need. Our laboratories maintain rigorous standardizations, utilizing state-of-the-art technology to guarantee that each result is reliable and reflective of meticulous attention to detail.
AABB Certified Labs

Common Reasons for DNA Testing in Howes

Establishing parentage for custody/support.
DNA testing serves as definitive proof for determining parentage in custody or support proceedings. Court-admissible results furnish judges with the information needed to establish fair parental duties and secure financial contributions.

Confirming familial relationships.
With DNA testing, confirm biological connections across family members, like siblings or grandparents. These precise genetic tests resolve uncertainties, aid inheritance matters, and fortify family relationships based on verified ancestry.

Immigration cases requiring proof of biological relationships.
DNA testing is pivotal for immigration cases, verifying relationships required for processing visas and citizenship. The conclusiveness of our legal DNA tests expedites family reunification through seamless and accepted proof for immigration bodies.

Adoption cases or identifying unknown biological relatives.
Adoptees gain invaluable knowledge of their genetic backgrounds through DNA testing, which helps uncover unknown familial links. The insights gained bring closure, emotional reconciliation, and reveal family health histories and personal identity.

Genealogy and ancestry exploration.
Plans focusing on ancestry DNA testing unlock family history, tracing ethnic origins and connecting with distant relatives. Delve deeper into individual roots, broadening understanding through revelations of historical migrations and cultural heritage.

Howes Legal and Court-Admissible Testing

Our DNA tests meet local court standards in Meade County, ensuring they stand up in family law decisions with high accuracy and recognition. With strict chain-of-custody, our results from Howes, SD collection sites are robustly acknowledged in legal contexts.

In custodial disputes and family legislation in Howes, SD, confirming biological ties is critical. Our certified DNA testing processes cohere meticulously to Meade County's judicial principles, offering robust validation of sample authenticity that maintains the legal stature of outcomes.

By adhering closely to Meade County regulations, our DNA testing services offer transparency and assurance in nuanced family legal landscapes. Howes, SD families trust us to guide pivotal issues like custody, inheritance, and paternity through thorough and defensible documentation.

Howes South Dakota Community Resources

Meade County Family Law Attorneys
Professional legal services for family law and custody matters.

USCIS Immigration Office
Official immigration services handling biological evidence cases.

South Dakota Unified Judicial System
Locale for submitting test results for legal proceedings.

Meade County Health Department
Community health services and genetic testing information guidance.

Meade County Public Defender's Office
Defense legal help in cases requiring genetic evidence.

Meade County Clerk of Courts
Resource for jury and court protocol inquiries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Accredited Drug Testing provides access to DNA collection locations nationwide. In most cases, individuals can be scheduled at a site close to their home, workplace, attorney’s office, or court jurisdiction for convenience.
Yes, if it is ordered as a legal paternity DNA test and collected under strict chain-of-custody procedures. During a legal test, each tested party’s identity is verified, the collector documents the handoff of the swabs, and the lab issues a report suitable for court, child support enforcement, and other official proceedings.
Accredited Drug Testing also offers non-legal DNA testing. This option still compares DNA profiles but does not require the same level of identity documentation or chain of custody. These results are for personal knowledge and are typically not intended for courtroom use.
Immigration-related DNA testing is used to confirm a claimed biological relationship, such as parent and child, when other documentation is incomplete or unavailable. Properly collected and documented DNA samples can be submitted as supporting evidence in visa or residency applications.
Most DNA tests use a painless cheek swab (buccal swab). A trained collector swabs the inside of the cheek to collect cells containing each person’s DNA. In legal and immigration cases, this process is witnessed, logged, and sealed to protect the integrity of the results.
Yes. Results are released only to the authorized requesting party, such as the tested adult, legal guardian, attorney, court/probation contact, or designated immigration representative. All results are handled under strict confidentiality and documented securely.
Yes. Accredited Drug Testing provides relationship DNA tests, including grandparent DNA tests, sibling tests, avuncular (aunt/uncle) tests, and other kinship analyses. These tests help establish or confirm a biological relationship when one or both biological parents cannot participate.
In many cases, DNA collection appointments can be arranged quickly to meet legal timelines, court dates, immigration requests, or custody hearings. The collection is performed at an approved location and then sent for laboratory processing.

Customer Reviews

Sweet and helpful

Trish was amazing and got me through the sytem very fast and swift. I had a hard time hearing her a couple of times, but she was super sweet and helpful throughout the process. Highly recommend her!

Sophia Schutze - 6/19/2024

ADT was able to get me the best tests

Dealing with allegation’s of drug use that completely false is stressful, ADT was able to get me the best tests, going back the farthest in the same day with as little hassle as possible, I spoke with 1 person and wasn’t transferred once, and they took my payment, and got me my work order for a clinic as close as possible for the service I needed. 5*

Christopher Hansis - 12/19/2024

Great service

Great service easy use quick processing! Need a hair follicle for my DCFS case , quick and convenient!

Jesse Dupre - 4/12/2025


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