Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

Teachers and Protective Services

A teacher called CPS on us after we

spanked our 4th grader as

punishment for playing video games

2 hours after he was sent to bed.

We explained to our child that this

was serious and that CPS could take

him away. He told the teacher that

and she told him that if he is taken

away, that she (the teacher) will get

custidy of him! This has made this

whole ordeal a game to my child,

who now thinks he can do whatever

he wants because he can go live with

his teacher just by calling CPS. My

question is, is there any legal action

we can take against the teacher,

school or both?


Asked on 3/29/07, 5:19 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Keith Engelke Law Office of S. Keith Engelke

Re: Teachers and Protective Services

Generally school districts are immune from litigation in state court for most personal injury claims except for claims involving auto accidents.

However, you may be able to bring a claim against the teacher/school district in federal court. You'd need to consult with an attorney for help in figuring out whether doing so would be worthwile.

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Answered on 3/29/07, 5:31 pm


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