Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

I have a 14 year old daughter who is pregnant. My research tells me that she has all of the descision rights for the unborn child. My wife and I would prefer an adoption. If she decides to keep the baby what are my legal obligations to my daughter. I would not be willing to cut my daughter out of my life but i cannot support her descision to become a mother at such a young age. I want her to move out and see what adaulthood is all about. Can I do this?


Asked on 8/10/10, 2:54 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
TC Langford Langford Law Office

As difficult as this is, you are legally responsible for your daughter until she is 18 years old, or otherwise emancipated. Becoming a parent does not equal emancipated.

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Answered on 8/17/10, 12:04 pm


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