Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
parental rights
Can the father of a child sign his rights away if the mother of the child does not want to let him?
Asked on 4/18/08, 1:18 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
James Grissom
Law Office of James P. Grissom
Re: parental rights
No.
Answered on 4/18/08, 1:43 pm
Patricia F. Bushman
BUSHMAN LAW OFFICES
Re: parental rights
The State of Texas has this pesky idea that a child is entitled to the support of two parents, so unless you can find someone else to take on your responsibilities to your child, it doesn't matter what the mother says, the Court won't let you "sign away you rights".
Answered on 4/18/08, 6:03 pm
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