Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

My sons father and i went to court july 3 of this year because he wanted to modify the court order and everything he wanted got denied. Since then he hasnt paid child support, quit his job. He hasnt called, or spoken to my son or had his visitaion since july 23. What is my next step? Do i need to take him back to court for a reduction in visotation rights? I would like for him to give up his rights or have them taken away and my husband adopt my son. What do i need to do now?


Asked on 9/14/12, 12:50 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Mark Dunn Mark D. Dunn

If he doesn't pay his child support for a period of one year, you have grounds for involuntary termination of his parental rights. Wait until the year is up, then file. It's section 161 of the Texas Family code.

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Answered on 9/15/12, 4:39 am


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