In most cases, the custodial parent's responsibility is to make the child available for visitation with the other parent, rather than to force the child to attend the visitation, assuming there is no physical or sexual abuse or neglect. This means that the custodial parent should make reasonable efforts to ensure that the child is available [...]
A parent may want to modify a custody order in Texas for several reasons, such as: Relocation: One parent may need to move out of the state or a considerable distance away from the child's current residence. This could make it difficult to follow the existing custody arrangement, and a modification may be necessary. Changes in [...]
In Texas, a modification of a custody order refers to a legal process by which the terms of an existing custody order are changed. This process can be initiated by either parent or guardian, and may be necessary if there has been a significant change in circumstances that affects the welfare of the child. For example, [...]
A custody order in Texas is a legal document issued by a court that outlines the custody arrangements for a child. This order typically sets out which parent or parents have the right to make decisions for the child and where the child will primarily reside. The custody order may also address issues such as visitation [...]
If the other parent is not following the child custody or visitation order, the first step is to document the violation. You can file a motion to enforce with the court. If a court hearing is held, the judge will consider evidence from both sides and make a decision on whether to enforce the order. In [...]
In the absence of a court order, both parents have equal rights to their children and both spouses have equal access to the home. However, if one parent is preventing the other parent from having access to the children or the home, it may be necessary to seek a court order to establish these rights and [...]
