Mr. Baker is correct - with a current child support order in place, where child support can be addressed depends on where the father lives. You...

Why is there no stenographer or a recording in Dallas county family court rooms????

Dallas County does not provide court reporters for hearings before the Associate Judges because both parties have the right to request a whole new...

This situation is not going to get better by ignoring it. If you blow off the hearing, I think you can count on (at least) getting ordered to pay...

How do I go about getting custody of my 13 year old cousin with mothers consent

You'll need to file a "Suit Affecting the Parent-Child Relationship". You'll need to get the mother's consent in writing, and you'll probably also...

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Can a voluntary, agreed child support be modified?

Either party can file a motion to modify, but they will have to meet the Family Code requirements for a change to be made. Just changing one's...

Domestic violent charge

It is possible, but it's not the easiest thing in the world to make happen. First things first, don't answer any more questions from the...

It would be best for you not to publicly post specific fact details about any charges still pending against you. Unlikely as it may be to find its...

If my daughters step mom was charged with date jail felony child abuse against my 7 year old daughter can she still be around ki

There's no rule that says a person charged with a child abuse offense automatically has to stay away from kids. But it is likely that an order for...

What are my options when denied possession of my child?

Unfortunately, you don't have any quick and easy options. Without a court order in place, your child's mother is free to deny you possession of...

What generally happens when 13 year old child expresses a desire to leave with non-custodial parent?

As you're probably aware, once a child is 12, or older, the judge has to listen to the child's preference about her primary residence if someone...

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