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Child Custody & Support

Information on Texas laws that govern child support and child custody.

How can a SAPCR be enforced?

If the other parent is not fulfilling their end of the custody or support order, you may need to enlist the court's assistance to make them comply. There are various ways that a SAPCR can be enforced. These include but aren't limited to:

  • civil and criminal contempt
  • wage garnishment
  • placing liens on property
  • suspension of state licenses

Since there are so many ways to enforce these obligations, it's a good idea to talk to a lawyer about your options if you aren't sure what method is best for your situation.

Texas Laws

Understanding the Law

Possession & Visitation Orders

If the other parent isn't honoring the visitation agreement or order, you may need to ask the court to enforce the order.

Texas Laws

Understanding the Law

Forms

Child Support

If the other parent isn't paying child support as ordered by the court, you can ask the Office of the Attorney General to step in to enforce the order.

Texas & Federal Laws

Understanding the Law

Forms

Who can I contact?

If you need more information or advice about enforcing a child support or custody order, the following organizations may be able to help:

Note The library cannot tell you what the law means for your situation.

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