As far as the court is concerned, step-parents have no obligation of support for their step-children. The use of a step-parent’s income in the calculation of child support is actually prohibited by Texas family code.
If you suspect that your spouse is using drugs, one of the first things you will want to file with the court would be a “Motion for Drug Screen”. If your spouse tests positive for drugs, a court can do several different things. The court can: deny all...
It’s entirely up to the judge trying the case. If he or she does order parenting classes, there are several different kinds of available programs. Some are geared toward the children, others geared more toward the parents, and they can range in price from $30 to...
To calculate the amount of child support that will be paid, you’ll need to come up with the monthly net income of the possessory parent. To determine your monthly net income, subtract federal income taxes, state income taxes, social security taxes, and union...
You first have to file a complaint, in writing, with The Child Support Division of the Texas Office of Attorney General. The state will then attempt to locate the non-custodial parent and collect the back support. Should further actions be required, the state will...
