Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
if my sons father is going into the army what rights does his wife have to my son?
Asked on 9/24/09, 6:31 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Mark Dunn
Mark D. Dunn
None whatsoever. The Family Code doesn't recognize the "stepparent" relationship except in connection with a suit for termination and adoption.
The general rule is that a stepparent is a guest in the house.
Answered on 10/08/09, 6:36 pm