Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

In Texas, is a step parent legally allowed to use corporal punishment on a minor step child?


Asked on 6/06/10, 1:29 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

TC Langford Langford Law Office

The use of corporal punishment is a gray area in the law. The evidence of hitting a child often a fine line between discipline and abuse. It is better to err on side of caution, and find a different way to discipline the child.

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Answered on 6/07/10, 9:18 am
Fran Brochstein Attorney & Mediator

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Answered on 6/08/10, 12:02 pm


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