DNA Testing Locations - Lake City, SD

Paternity, Child Custody, Court

Offering DNA testing for legal and non-legal purposes

13 DNA-Testing Centers in Lake City

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415 9th St16.76 miles

415 9th St
Britton, SD 57430

205 Orchard Dr Attn Tanelle16.92 miles

205 Orchard Dr Attn Tanelle
Sisseton, SD 57262

21 Wiley Ave S27.31 miles

21 Wiley Ave S
Lidgerwood, ND 58053

610 Main St27.63 miles

610 Main St
Webster, SD 57274

404 W Broadway29.03 miles

404 W Broadway
Browns Valley, MN 56219

409 4th St34.28 miles

409 4th St
Wilmot, SD 57279

69 Highway 13 W36.72 miles

69 Highway 13 W
Gwinner, ND 58040

420 S 7th St43.24 miles

420 S 7th St
Oakes, ND 58474

1200 N 7th St43.71 miles

1200 N 7th St
Oakes, ND 58474

401 12th St N44.35 miles

401 12th St N
Wheaton, MN 56296

403 12th St N44.35 miles

403 12th St N
Wheaton, MN 56296

115 W 2nd St48.61 miles

115 W 2nd St
Graceville, MN 56240

819 Main St 16149.41 miles

819 Main St 161
Lisbon, ND 58054

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.

Lake City DNA Testing

DNA Testing Services Available at Our Lake City, SD Labs:

Located in Marshall County, Lake City, SD, Accredited Drug Testing offers comprehensive DNA testing services tailored to meet your needs. Whether you require paternity verification, genealogical exploration, or legal testing for immigration, our certified specialists ensure the highest testing standards throughout. Our DNA tests deliver accurate insights quickly and confidentially, enabling informed decisions and peace of mind. Using AABB accredited laboratories, we provide clarity and confidence in your genetic journey. From resolving complex custody cases to uncovering ancestral roots, our DNA testing services offer reliable answers you seek, facilitating personal discovery and legal validation.

Testing Types Available:

Legal DNA Testing

Our legal DNA testing ensures precise, court-admissible results using accredited laboratories. This service meets legal standards for cases like paternity confirmation, immigration requirements, and custody disputes, providing reliable proof accepted by the judiciary.

Non-Legal DNA Testing

Our non-legal DNA tests, ideal for personal use, offer detailed insights into ancestry, genetic health, and familial relationships. While these tests provide valuable information, they are not applicable for legal proceedings or court submissions.

AABB Certified Labs

How Our DNA Testing Works

At our Lake City, SD centers, DNA sample collection involves a simple cheek swab supervised by trained professionals, prioritizing client comfort and confidentiality. Your sample is then securely transferred to our accredited laboratory for precise analysis. Test results, available in 3–5 days, are detailed and confidential, ensuring privacy and clarity.

Accuracy and Reliability

Our DNA testing process prioritizes accuracy through a strict chain of custody and quality control protocols. Utilizing AABB accredited labs, we ensure high-quality, dependable test results that clients and courts trust. Certified specialists oversee every step.
AABB Certified Labs

Common Reasons for DNA Testing in Lake City

Establishing parentage for custody/support.
Our DNA testing delivers undeniable proof of biological kinship, clarifying parentage for Supreme Court use. This enables fair decisions on custody assignments and fair financial support agreements.

Confirming familial relationships.
Our genetic testing effectively resolves questions about kinship, facilitating resolution of inheritance disagreements and strengthening family bonds based on proven biological ties.

Immigration cases requiring proof of biological relationships.
DNA testing provides the necessary proof of kinship for immigration purposes. Legal DNA tests offer decisive verification, easing visa and citizenship procedures and expediting family reunification.

Adoption cases or identifying unknown biological relatives.
In adoption searches, DNA testing helps unveil unknown biological connections, aiding adoptees in learning about their genetic origins and offering vital family health history.

Genealogy and ancestry exploration.
Exploring genealogy through DNA testing reveals ethnic roots and ancestral lineage, adding depth to an individual's understanding of familial origin and cultural identity.

Lake City Legal and Court-Admissible Testing

In Marshall County, our DNA testing aligns with local court requirements, ensuring accurate results acceptable in family law cases. Accredited labs conduct each test following strict legal standards, confirming the credibility of information for Lake City, SD residents.

Our certified services are pivotal for establishing precise biological links in Marshall County courts, offering comprehensive documentation to confirm sample authenticity and preserving the legal credibility of the test outcomes.

By meeting Marshall County court standards, our DNA testing upholds clarity in family law issues. Residents of Lake City, SD benefit from our comprehensive testing protocol, supporting fair judgments in custody, heritage, and paternity cases.

Lake City South Dakota Community Resources

Marshall County Family Law Attorney
Expert legal advice on family law matters.

USCIS Sioux Falls Field Office
Immigration office for visa and citizenship applications.

Marshall County Court
Local court for legal proceedings and documents.

Marshall County Health Department
Public health resources and information.

South Dakota Legal Services
Legal aid for qualifying South Dakota residents.

State Bar of South Dakota
Legal resources and attorney directory.

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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

Extremely polite

They were very fast extremely polite walked you through every detail of the process if you had any questions they had no problems answering

Billy Williams - 2/19/2025

Fast service and friendly staff!

Fast service and friendly staff! Could not recommend enough for drug testing services.

Habib Malik - 4/12/2025

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


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