Carla Leann Harcourt's Answers (349)

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Do I have to give the courts notice if there is a death in the family and I need to leave state with my child?

Carla's answer | Answered on July 30, 2013

Notice statutes usually apply to relocation not emergencies. Be sure fo notify the other parent when you are leaving and when you will be back.....

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Will the judge use my arrest against me and rule for my ex?

Carla's answer | Answered on July 30, 2013

Have you been charged? You need a good lawyer for the criminal case and the custody matter. Do not delay.

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When a non-custodial parent doesn't pay child support...

Carla's answer | Answered on July 28, 2013

You will need to file an application for contempt or contact AG's office. It is a slow process.

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Can my husband who lives in Pennsylvania force me and my kids to move back to pa.

Carla's answer | Answered on July 28, 2013

First, did the registered letter contain a summons and a petition? If it wasn't, have you and children resided in Texas for 6 months? If you...

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Need visitation and child support documented and legalized for newborn.

Carla's answer | Answered on July 28, 2013

It would be best if your an attorney who will file a paternity action. Your ex will be served. A court will resolve not the AG. He will be ordered...

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Child custody without divorce being filed. Children's safety a concern.

Carla's answer | Answered on July 28, 2013

The simple answer is no. If your brother and his wife have equal rights to the children. If both are unfit and are not in the best interests of the...

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Guardian ad litem? who does the gal speak with first the custodial parent or the non custodial parent?

Carla's answer | Answered on July 26, 2013

GAL is involved to provide a legal voice for your child. The order of interviews is the GAL's call. Just always try to act in your child's best...

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If a spouse is cheating in the state of texas, can you sopena the party the spouse is cheating with and involve them in the case

Carla's answer | Answered on July 17, 2013

You can. Texas has a cause of action for adultery. You need to talk to a lawyer.

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If petitions have been signed in a divorce can they come after more if it wasn't in the divorce

Carla's answer | Answered on July 17, 2013

Property subject to division is that property that was acquired during the marriage. However, if her husband made payments or worked on the...

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Does my ex need to have a crib or proper bed for my 15month old when he stays overnight?

Carla's answer | Answered on July 17, 2013

You need to consult a lawyer because if your concerns are genuine, you need to file a Motion to Modify visitation. Your child should have proper...

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