Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

First, kids say this all the time. So make sure that he is serious. Why does he not want to go back to his grandfather's home?

Second, you would need to go to court and ask the court to give you custody. You would need an attorney to assist you Since the child is 16 the court might consider his feelings.

Third, talk to your son about what he is feeling and what is going on. It sounds like something is upsetting him. It could be at school and not at home. Talk to your son.

Get details. He might need to go into counseling. He might be sick & need to go see a physician. You never know what is going on with a 16 year old.

Fourth, let your son know that if he comes to live with you there will be rules. He might think that coming to live with you would be "fun". Let him know that it won't be "fun". He will have go attend school, make good grades, do chores and behave. It won't be a vacation. He might decide that he does not want to live with you if you are "mean" and "strict" -- right now you are the "fun" person!

I hope this answer has been helpful.

Happy Thanksgiving.