Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
Concerned Mother
My daughters father has not seen or called in a year, and is behind on child support ($12,000.00). Is there any way, if he agrees to sign, the father give up all parental rights, of our daughter; and if he doesn't can I still change her last name, we do have divorce papers, but he is not on her birth certificate? Please help.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Concerned Mother
I assume you divorced in Harris County, Texas. The Judges in Harris County usually will not terminte a parent's rights unless there is a new "daddy" in the wings.
You cannot change her last name while she is a minor without her father's consent.
Regarding the past-due child support, you need to file contempt on him.
You asked several complex quesions and I, unfortunately, could only answer them in a general way.
If you need more information. You need to talk to an attorney.
Fran Brochstein
www.familylaw4u.com
713-847-6000
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