Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
My sons custody
My husband and I have been having problems and I want to leave the house but he tells me that he will take my baby away is there a law that can protect me and my baby my husband has hit me about 5 times he even did it when I was pregnant but I can't leave because I am scared he will take my baby he says he has a blank paper that I signed and that he can put on that paper that I am giving him full custody of my baby and take it to a notary public.......
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: My sons custody
You are a "battered woman". There are many non-profit organizations around Texas that might be able to help you.
In Austin, there is the TEXAS ADVOCACY PROJECT - formerly the Texas Woman's Advocacy Project.
Be sure to do some internet research on a "safety plan". That is how you leave safely from a batterer.
If you can file criminal charges, do so!
You need a restraining order or perhaps a protective order.
Re: My sons custody
He is lying and intimidating you. Gather up all of your paperwork, your personal items, your baby and go to the District Attorney's office and file for a protective order. You will also need to hire a lawyer. Get protection first. Many attorneys will provide a brief, free, initial consultation, to advise you of the process and what you need to prepare.
Re: My sons custody
If there is a women's center or shelter in your area you should take your son and go there first. They know what to do in this type of situation and can help you do what needs to be done.
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