Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

Child choosing who they want to live with

How old does a child have to be to choose what parent he wants to live with?


Asked on 5/26/04, 3:50 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Fran Brochstein Attorney & Mediator

Re: Child choosing who they want to live with

Technically when the child becomes an adult at the age of 18 he/she can decide where he/she wants to live.

I assume that you are asking at what age a minor child can designate who he/she would like to live with. After the age of 12, the child can sign a statement stating their preference.

However, this preference is NOT binding on the Court of continuing jurisdiction.

I hope this information is helpful.

You can read the Texas Family Code on Line.

Good luck!

Fran Brochstein

www.familylaw4u.com

713-847-6000

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Answered on 5/26/04, 4:10 pm


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