Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

Court Jurisdiction

I have legal custody of my children which was decided in a Harris County court when they lived here in MD. Now, my children live back in TX (Hidalgo county)...who has jurisdiction? My ex-wife had the case transferred to Harris county even when they didn't reside there anymore? Can I do the same thing and have the case transferred to MD? What does Texas Family Code say in this matter?


Asked on 10/24/06, 3:56 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
James Grissom Law Office of James P. Grissom

Re: Court Jurisdiction

Generally, the county of residence of the children is the proper jurisdiction; but you need to file a Motion to Transfer if that is what you want to do.

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Answered on 10/24/06, 4:51 pm


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