Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
Can a Respondent in a Child Support Modification case after being served papers from the State the child resides file to open and modify in another state?
1 Answer from Attorneys
From where does the current order originate? Are both parties represented by counsel? Generally speaking (in a VERY general sense, as there are exceptions), a foreign order can be registered in Texas and enforced here; but modified only with the consent of the originating court. The courts are careful to control the jurisdiction of a case involving a child, but can only act when the matter is brought to their attention. I realize this may not answer your question, but since there are so many technical issues involved, I think that only an attorney reviewing all of the file would be able to properly advise you.