Can my daughter who is 16 decide where she wants to live ?
Kids don't get to decide until they reach 18. Sounds like you should consult with an attorney about your best options going forward.
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Kids don't get to decide until they reach 18. Sounds like you should consult with an attorney about your best options going forward.
You have legal options but at the end of the day that can result in a LEO using force to move the child. Best to consult with an attorney at this...
The person who filed the lawsuit can file a "Non-suit". Check texaslawhelp.org to see if they have a form available.
You can call a service organization like Catholic Charities. You could also call CPS.
Read the court order. She probably has a duty to tell you, unless there was something like domestic violence involved.
You could file suit in court to try to partition the property. Probably cheaper and more predictable to just "gift" her your portion of the car...
Ms. Laster is spot-on (as always!) You need your own attorney asap. There is no other magic bullet answer.
Sounds like you don't want her to be the legal guardian then. The case has to go to court - make an appearance in the case.
Sounds like there are no court orders in place. You need those. With no court orders the father is allowed to take his child with him and he would...
If you wind up getting sued over this it will cost a small fortune in attorneys fees. Best thing to do now is to take your paperwork to a real...