Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
The biological father of my daughter's child wants to see the child. My daughter does not want him to see her - bad influences. His name is not on the birth cetification nor has he contributed anything to the child's needs.
Does he have any rights?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Based on what you have written, it appears that no court order has been issued establishing paternity. The biological father has the right to visit with his child. Remember that those rights may be restricted based on factors. You should really consult with a local law firm to ensure that your daughter and your grandchild's rights are protected pursuant to the law.
The above response given is not intended to create, nor does it create an on-going duty to respond to questions. Additionally, the response does not form an attorney-client relationship, nor is it intended to be anything other than an educated opinion. It should not be relied upon as legal advice. The response given is based upon the limited facts provided by the person asking the question. To the extent additional or different facts exist, the response might possibly change.
It may be possible to terminate the father's rights, however, only an attorney with access to all the facts of the case will be able to determine if that is a viable option. Until there is an order establishing paternity and conservatorship, she is not required to cooperate with his requests. She needs to discuss her options with an attorney.