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A grandparent may want to obtain custody of a grandchild. In order to file an initial custody lawsuit or to request modifying an existing order, a nonparent must first have standing, which is a legal right to file a case. Texas Family Code Section 102.003 defines who has standing to file.
See the resources below for more details. Also see our Child Custody and Support guide for additional resources.
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