Questions answered by Keith D. Becker

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Do grandparents in Texas have rights to see their grandkids even if one parent tries to keep them from it?

Keith's answer | Answered on November 10, 2016

Grandparents do have the right to intervene for access. Intervene means to be involved in the litigation and make a request that the Court order...

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What do I do when mother is not following standard possession order?

Keith's answer | Answered on November 07, 2016

You would need to file a motion for enforcement seeking a finding that she is in contempt for failing to comply with the possession order and court...

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How much weight does a social study have on a Judge's decision?

Keith's answer | Answered on September 28, 2016

The social worker is appointed as an objective observer and investigator for the Court. The recommendations carry significant weight, but the...

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How will the court respond? am i going to waste my money taking this to court?

Keith's answer | Answered on April 28, 2016

The Court hoase to address any issue that impacts the child's physical or emotional safety and the likelihood of any future issues that may occur. ...

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What are some reasons a judge would granted the removal of a geographical restriction?

Keith's answer | Answered on April 04, 2016

This is known as a relocation case and they are very fact specific. The test is always a best interest test - that is, weigh the benefit to the...

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Will we be able to relocate out of state based on the information stated out of the child custody order we have?

Keith's answer | Answered on February 02, 2016

This is known as a relocation case. You will need to petition the court to remove the child's residency restriction. The test is fact-specific...

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If we're not able to speak during this time what communication will he have with our 3yr old child? Another way to check status?

Keith's answer | Answered on January 07, 2016

There is no standing order in Texas that I am aware that prevents the parties from talking to each other. After the Petition is filed, many...

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How do we withdraw custody petition

Keith's answer | Answered on January 07, 2016

You will need to put your agreement in the form on a final order and present it to the Court for approval. If you nonsuit your case, it will be as...

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I am wanting to know what's allowed as far as taking photo's of my child to battle abuse accusations?

Keith's answer | Answered on January 05, 2016

This is a difficult question to answer in this venue. It could be deemed inappropriate for emotional reasons as well. Think of other...

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Does the state of Texas have a minimum amount of child support per child?

Keith's answer | Answered on January 04, 2016

Yes, the lowest support would be based on the federal minimum wage. However, a Court can find that the father of the children is intentionally...

Keith D. Becker's Answers (76)

Do grandparents in Texas have rights to see their grandkids even if one parent tries to keep them from it?

What do I do when mother is not following standard possession order?

How much weight does a social study have on a Judge's decision?

How will the court respond? am i going to waste my money taking this to court?

What are some reasons a judge would granted the removal of a geographical restriction?

Will we be able to relocate out of state based on the information stated out of the child custody order we have?

If we're not able to speak during this time what communication will he have with our 3yr old child? Another way to check status?

How do we withdraw custody petition

I am wanting to know what's allowed as far as taking photo's of my child to battle abuse accusations?

Does the state of Texas have a minimum amount of child support per child?