Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

At what age can a child say which parent he wants to live with??


Asked on 3/28/14, 9:06 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Fran Brochstein Attorney & Mediator

The short answer is 18.

Many people think it's 12 - that is wrong in Texas.

A child can meet in chambers with a judge and discuss what he/she wants to do. But it is not binding on the judge.

You need to talk in person to an attorney in your county. Look on this website & on www.avvo.com for help.

The burden is on the parent wanting to change custody to prove why it is in the child's best interest. It is a hard burden.

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Answered on 3/28/14, 9:17 am


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