Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

relocation with child

My sister live in Tx. She has a child with a man that is not her husband. She wants to move back to MA. Does she need his permission? He is named on the birth certificate.


Asked on 7/15/08, 9:23 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
TC Langford Langford Law Office

Re: relocation with child

From your question, I take it that there are no current court orders regarding the child.

She should consult with an attorney before the expense and effort of moving. Even if she is not currently restricted to Texas, the husband could immediately go to the courthouse, file a petition, get a hearing, and force her back with the child, for the court to determine conservatorship and restrictions. I do not know if MA has a residency requirement before she could file there, to establish jurisdiction over the child.

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Answered on 7/16/08, 7:39 am
henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

Re: relocation with child

Absolutely.

If there is a father who has legal rights, and she did not get his permission or the court's permission, she can be in trouble.

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Answered on 7/16/08, 11:27 am


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