Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
best interest of child
My daughter and grandchild live with me,and have since the birth of the child.She recieves no childsupport.I have supported them totally until recently.My daughter is dating a heroin addict who does not keep a job.She plans on moving in with him.He has convinced her he is no longer using, but does take methadone(from a clinic)I do not believe this will be a good environment for my grandchild.Mine is the only home she knows.She is 2.I never want her left alone with this man.My gut tells me something is wrong.I am very uneasy for him to be around her.He has no patience for her and spanks her for almost every little thing.I forbid him to touch her in my presence, but fear he may when left alone with her.I am considering trying to get custody so that I will have a say.Her mother is an excellent mother in every way except for the men she choses to be with.what are my chances of getting custody?Or is there some way to prevent this man being around her?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: best interest of child
I'm confused by your question. It says you're in Virginia but the question relates to Texas law. Either way, go talk to a good family law attorney in the state where you and your granddaughter have lived for the last 6 months.
Re: best interest of child
If you want custody, whether in VA or TX, you're going to have to fight for it. No court is going to take the child away from her mother because of your "gut" feeling. You have to have real, hard evidence. You can file a lawsuit to get custody. Be prepared to spend about $10,000 - $20,000. If you can't do this, get down on your knees every night and pray for the safety of your granddaughter. Don't mean to sound harsh, but that is the cold, hard truth. Good Luck.
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