Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

deadbeat dad

My brother-in-law says he is a deadbeat dad from Texas. And he is telling his mother, my mother-in-law that if she knows where he is or how to contact him, that her home can be siezed by the athorities for past child support payments. I don't believe that to be a true statement. Please clarify.

Regards,

WJ


Asked on 4/11/06, 11:31 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
TC Langford Langford Law Office

Re: deadbeat dad

You are correct.

Your mother-in-law's property is not subject to seizure for his debts, even child support.

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Answered on 4/12/06, 7:07 am
Fran Brochstein Attorney & Mediator

Re: deadbeat dad

If the father is an adult (over the age of 18), then he is liable for his own debts.

If he is the co-owner of the home with his mother, that could be a problem for her.

If son and mother have no assets together (such as joint bank accounts, savings accounts, stocks and bonds, etc.) then she is safe.

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Answered on 4/12/06, 11:37 pm


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