In a Texas custody case, the court must designate who will determine the child’s primary residence and establish the geographic area within which the child’s primary residence must be or specify that there is no geographic restriction. Tex. Fam. Code § 153.134(b)(1). The court bases its determination on the specific…
Substance abuse can be devastating to families. Texas family law recognizes the risk to children from parental substance abuse and seeks to protect them. Termination of Parental Rights One of the most severe potential consequences of substance abuse is termination of parental rights. The court may terminate the parental rights…
In Texas custody cases, a court may only issue an order denying possession of a child or imposing restrictions or limitations on a parent’s right to possession to the extent necessary to protect the child’s best interest. Tex. Fam. Code § 153.193. Thus, a court may only order that…