Do You Have Infertility Issues? Discussing the Humanity and Legal Dimensions of Artificial Reproduction Banks

This article discusses the legal and moral dilemmas surrounding artificial reproduction sperm banks, citing German court decisions to explore whether donor-conceived children have the right to know the donor's identity, and whether unauthorized use of frozen sperm creates child support obligations. The author argues that while current law protects donor anonymity to preserve family integrity, such rigid restrictions may conflict with human nature. To address potential concerns about decreased donor willingness, the author suggests establishing an impartial third-party institution enabling consensual communication between donor and recipient under proper guidance and counseling, allowing them to recognize each other under regulated conditions—balancing legal requirements with human emotion.