Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

17 years old daughter

We live in Texas and our daughter has left home without our permission. Is she considered a runaway or is she able to leave home without our permission?


Asked on 3/17/08, 12:12 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

TC Langford Langford Law Office

Re: 17 years old daughter

She is not a runaway at 17.

If her whereabouts are unknown, then she might be considered a missing person. Even then, however, once she is found, she cannot be forced to return home.

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Answered on 3/17/08, 12:49 pm


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