Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

"Court lost certified reply"

I was to appear in court due to a paternity issue. I could not attend due to out of state travel expenses and present commitments. I talked to an attorney and had a letter typed explaining my situation and that I wanted to contest the accusation by requesting a blood test. The letter was sent to the court via certified mail. The next reply I received was a finding that I was the paternal parent. I called the court and was told that the letter I sent was lost. Can I hold them accountable? Is there anything I can do or is that the last word?


Asked on 5/17/00, 6:14 pm

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

Re:

If time for appeal has expired, you could possibly assert a bill of review. If you have a copy of the letter with the certified mail receipt, that might go a long way in this difficult and expensive procedure.

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Answered on 7/05/00, 5:38 pm


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