Map & Directions. This form will list all general information about the parties' finances and the children involved in the order and provide space to list . (b) If the respondent fails to appear, the court may not hold the respondent in contempt but may order a capias to be issued. The judge will inform you of your right to an attorney when you appear in court for the hearing. (c) Except as provided by Subsection (d), for good cause shown, the court may waive the requirement that the respondent pay attorney's fees and costs if the court states the reasons supporting that finding. Sec. Can I bring a lawyer to represent me in IV-D court? What is the IV-D Program? (b) The notice may be sent by the clerk of the court, the attorney for the movant or party requesting a court order, or any person entitled to the address information as provided in Chapter 105. (d) An obligor who has provided actual support to the child during a time subject to an affirmative defense under this section may request reimbursement for that support as a counterclaim or offset against the claim of the obligee. 157.165. (e) Repealed by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. CONFIRMATION OF ARREARAGES. How is child support calculated? Even if both parents agree to a change, they must still appear at a court hearing to convince a judge it's in the best interest of all parties -- especially the children. 157.506. It is important for you to show proof of the payments to the OAG and to the DRO. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 281-810-9760. 157.103. 2, eff. Sec. September 1, 2015. 157.115. 610, Sec. Or write to: Texas Child Support Evaders Office of the Attorney General. When you first arrive at the courthouse, ask security where the IV-D Court is located in the building. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. Under Texas Family Code 154.001, parents are required to pay child support until one of the following occurs: * the child turns 18 or graduates high school whichever comes later; or. 20, Sec. 27, eff. 157.162. 157.001. Denying or revoking a United States Passport, if the parent owes more than $2,500. 16, eff. Wait for an Assistant Attorney General (AAG) or a lawyer from the county DRO to call your name. 556, Sec. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 20, Sec. (b) A substantive change made by a clarification order is not enforceable. 916 (H.B. This means the child is the one who ultimately suffers when one parent is not paying child support in Texas. 157.3271. 702, Sec. Sec. Sec. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. One will not be appointed for you. I have received a citation to appear in IV-D Court. AFFIRMATIVE DEFENSE TO MOTION FOR ENFORCEMENT. 1023, Sec. (3) order an individual or organization in possession of nonexempt personal property or cash owned by the obligor to dispose of the property as the court may direct. 20, Sec. PO Box 12017, MC 038M. (3) must occur on or before the second anniversary of the date the court finds that court-ordered possession or access has been denied. 779), Sec. Sec. FILING LIEN NOTICE OR ABSTRACT OF JUDGMENT; NOTICE TO OBLIGOR. April 20, 1995. Child support orders can be established, modified, or terminated by the Family Court or by the Child Support Enforcement Agency. 49, eff. Most courts will not allow children in the courtroom and the court staff will not watch your children for you. (b) The voluntary relinquishment must have been for a time period in excess of any court-ordered periods of possession of and access to the child and actual support must have been supplied by the obligor. (a) A party requesting enforcement may join in the same proceeding any claim and remedy provided for in this chapter, other provisions of this title, or other rules of law. 9, eff. (b) An order under this section is not subject to interlocutory appeal. 20, Sec. Overtown Transit Village, South Tower. 25, eff. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 31, eff. 13, eff. Every case is different, so each experience will be as well. (c) This section does not affect the validity or priority of a lien of a health care provider, a lien for attorney's fees, or a lien of a holder of a security interest. 228), Sec. How to get a divorce when you and your spouse have children younger than 18 (or still in high school). April 20, 1995. 1, eff. Click on the Child Support Enforcement Message Center link. After you sign a document, you cannot use the excuse that you did not understand what you were signing to the judge to change an order. 2, eff. (b) If the court finds that the previous order was granted by a court that did not give the contestants reasonable notice of the proceeding and an opportunity to be heard, the court may not render an order in the habeas corpus proceeding compelling return of the child on the basis of that order. PLEASE NOTE - Use of the Child Support Enforcement Program is not mandatory. Who do I check in with to let the IV-D Court know I am here? FORFEITURE NOT DEFENSE TO CONTEMPT. 1023, Sec. NOTICE OF HEARING. To do so, the court requires a " request for review " which will conduct the child support order review. TexasLawHelp.orgis managed by Texas Legal Services Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. 1174), Sec. September 1, 2007. It also: provides services to children and families in their own homes; contracts with other agencies to provide clients with specialized services; places children in foster care; provides services to help youth in foster care make the transition to adulthood; and places children in adoptive homes. This section does not affect the assignment of rights or subrogation of a claim under Title XIX of the federal Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. Texas Child Support Enforcement Laws. 1, eff. 911, Sec. A Child Support Program. The credit under this section is equal to the amount of the lump-sum payment and shall be applied to any child support arrearage and interest owed by the obligor on behalf of that child at the time the payment is made. Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 157.102. Sept. 1, 1999. 2, eff. 281-810-9760. (D) an attorney appointed as a friend of the court. (d) If a child support lien notice is delivered to a financial institution with respect to an account of the obligor, the institution shall immediately: (1) provide the claimant with the last known address of the obligor; and. HEARING ON MOTION TO REVOKE COMMUNITY SUPERVISION. What should I bring to child support court? 911, Sec. 29, eff. Sept. 1, 1999; Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 17, eff. For grandparents and other nonparents. 420, Sec. Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. Sec. Sec. 3, eff. DISCRETIONARY RELEASE OF LIEN. April 20, 1995. FORECLOSURE OR SUIT TO DETERMINE ARREARAGES. A parole violation hearing is an administrative proceeding or preliminary hearing that is often held before a judge or parole board. SECURITY FOR COMPLIANCE WITH ORDER. June 19, 2009. 1023, Sec. (a) In a clarification order, the court shall provide a reasonable time for compliance. Administrative orders have the same force and effect as the orders issued by the Family [] (d) A claimant must file a notice for each after-acquired motor vehicle. LEVY ON FINANCIAL INSTITUTION ACCOUNT OF DECEASED OBLIGOR. 157.101. The forfeiture of bond or security is not a defense in a contempt proceeding. 33, eff. 157.426. Child support is an amount of money that is ordered by a court, usually in separation or divorce cases, that a non-custodial parent pays to the custodial parent, or parent who has the child on a day-to-day basis. You will usually be billed by the court for costs and attorneys fees later. MOTION TO REVOKE COMMUNITY SUPERVISION. Will I be responsible for attorneys' fees or court costs if I've been found to owe back child support in an enforcement hearing? 20, Sec. 286), Sec. . (b) A person having notice of a child support lien who violates this section may be joined as a party to a foreclosure action under this chapter and is subject to the penalties provided by this subchapter. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. Sec. September 1, 2007. 19, eff. April 20, 1995. (5) is the subject of an agreement under Chapter 4. 157.063. (4) knew of no source from which the money could have been borrowed or legally obtained. 3, eff. These rules are intended to increase the effectiveness of the child support system for all families and provide for more . (4) a statement that it is a cumulative judgment for the amount of medical support owed. 2, eff. Accrued interest is part of the child support obligation and may be enforced by any means provided for the collection of child support. Typically, the purpose is to set up a payment plan to catch up the arrears. Sec. (2) the motion does not request incarceration and the parties waive the requirement of a record at the time of hearing, either in writing or in open court, and the court approves waiver. (c) If the claimant is the Title IV-D agency, the obligor receiving a notice of levy may request review by the agency not later than the 10th day after the date of receipt of the notice to resolve any issue in dispute regarding the existence or amount of the arrearages. 3C.01, eff. 893 (H.B. (b) The court shall set the amount of the bond or security and condition the bond or security on compliance with the court order permitting possession or access or the payment of past-due or future child support. Sept. 1, 1999; Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. (b) The court may make payment of the fee a condition of granting or continuing community supervision. ATTORNEY'S FEES AND COSTS. (b) If the claimant refuses the request, the holder of the personal property or the obligor may file suit under this subchapter for an order determining the amount of arrearages and discharging excess personal property or money from the lien. 344, Sec. (b) An appearance bond or security in the amount of $1,000 or a cash bond in the amount of $250 is presumed to be reasonable. What if I show up in IV-D Court at the right date and time, but I want a lawyer, and havent had time to find one? 157.423. 157.006. Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2011. TexasLawHelp.orgis managed by Texas Legal Services Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. (2) direct the financial institution to pay to the Title IV-D agency, not earlier than the 45th day or later than the 60th day after the date of delivery of the notice, an amount from the assets of the obligor or from funds due to the obligor that are held or controlled by the institution, not to exceed the amount of the child support arrearages identified in the notice. This was further amended with technical corrections in an updated final rule in 2020. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. This guide tells you how to ask for a custody, visitation, child support, medical support, and dental support order. Sec. (a) A child support payment is delinquent for the purpose of accrual of interest if the payment is not received before the 31st day after the payment date stated in the order by: (1) the local registry, Title IV-D registry, or state disbursement unit; or. 972 (S.B. Sept. 1, 1995; Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. The movant may subsequently update that payment record at the hearing. Establish a court order - If there is no court order, many counties - like Los Angeles county - will file one on your behalf. 1965), Sec. Sept. 1, 1999. 8, eff. 20, eff. A lien is a notice that tells the world that there are claims against you for money. 32, eff. Sec. Sec. 961 (S.B. June 14, 2013. In any case, in which Child Support Enforcement is providing services, the child support order will require one or both of the parents to provide medical support for the child. (c) The court may order that all or part of the forfeited amount be applied to pay attorney's fees and costs incurred by the person or entity bringing the motion for contempt or motion for forfeiture. Sec. 5, eff. September 1, 2007. (e) For purposes of this section, "temporary order" includes a temporary restraining order, standing order, injunction, and any other temporary order rendered by a court. 556, Sec. 164 (S.B. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 25, eff. DATE OF DELINQUENCY. Under the Support and Parenting Time Enforcement Act, if a person is ordered to pay child support and fails or refuses to do so, and if an order withholding that person's income is inapplicable or unsuccessful, the person may be ordered to show cause before a court. 157.422. (b) If the respondent is released without posting bond or security, the court shall set a hearing on the alleged contempt at a designated date, time, and place and give the respondent notice of hearing in open court. If you are paying child support (known as the obligor) and have been paying for health insurance premiums for the child, bring evidence of that monthly payment to court. April 20, 1995. (b) The clarification order may be enforced by contempt after the time for compliance has expired. 20, Sec. 30, eff. Sept. 1, 2001. 20, Sec. (e) Child support arrearages in existence on January 1, 2002, that were not confirmed and reduced to a money judgment on or before that date accrue interest as follows: (1) before January 1, 2002, the arrearages are subject to the interest rate that applied to the arrearages before that date; and. 157.263. Sept. 1, 2001. Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. Sec. 62, Sec. April 20, 1995. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. (c) The court shall give preference to a motion for enforcement of child support in setting a hearing date and may not delay the hearing because a suit for modification of the order requested to be enforced has been or may be filed. This guide tells you how to modify an existing custody, visitation, child support, and medical/dental support order. Sept. 1, 2001. CONFLICTS WITH OTHER LAW. Sec. Bringing a lawyer to represent your interests in IV-D Court is a great idea, and your case may be worked on faster. We have children under 18. This will help the child support office locate the parent, establish paternity, and establish and enforce your child support order. 228), Sec. 157.328. (3) the property is owned in part by another person, other than the obligor's spouse, the court shall render an order partitioning the property and directing that the obligor's share of the property be applied to the child support arrearages. Sec. RETURN OF CHILD. Support Enforcement Services contacts the other parent to obtain information needed to determine the right amount of support to be paid and the availability of medical . CHILD SUPPORT QUALIFIED DOMESTIC RELATIONS ORDER. (a) If the motion to revoke community supervision alleges a prima facie case that the respondent has violated a term or condition of community supervision, the court may order the respondent's arrest by warrant. 20, Sec. The period of time for incarceration is generally considered: 1. Click on Submit a Question and send your questions or information. Yes. 11, eff. Read Texas Family Code 153.003, 153.004, 153.005, 153.006, and 153.007 for more information. What happens after I check in with the clerk? Sept. 1, 1995. 157.505. (d) The claimant under the child support lien may dispute the obligor's affidavit by filing a contradicting affidavit in the manner provided by Section 52.0012(e), Property Code. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. (d) Subsection (a) applies to a child support payment that becomes due on or after January 1, 2002. (a) A spouse of an obligor or another person having an ownership interest in property that is subject to a child support lien may file suit under Section 157.323 to determine the extent, if any, of the spouse's or other person's interest in real or personal property that is subject to: (1) a lien perfected under this subchapter; or. 157.268. 767 (S.B. 1150 (S.B. (b) If a payment date is not stated in the order, a child support payment is delinquent if payment is not received by the registry or the obligee or entity specified in the order on the date that an amount equal to the support payable for one month becomes past due. If you are given notice of a CSRP, call the statewide child support call center ( 1-800-252-8014) immediately and request that the CSRP be cancelled due to family violence concerns. (c) For purposes of Section 52.0012(d), Property Code, and the requirements of the certificate of mailing prescribed by Section 52.0012(g), Property Code, the obligor is required only to send the letter and affidavit described in Section 52.0012(g) to the claimant under the child support lien at the claimant's last known address. (b) If the court finds that the respondent has failed to comply with the terms of an order providing for the possession of or access to a child, the court shall order the respondent to pay the movant's reasonable attorney's fees and all court costs in addition to any other remedy. Floor Coatings. SUBCHAPTER C. FAILURE TO APPEAR; BOND OR SECURITY. (g) A child support lien under this subchapter may not be directed to an employer to attach to the disposable earnings of an obligor paid by the employer. 911, Sec. 18, eff. (b) A child support lien notice may be filed with or delivered to the following, as appropriate: (1) the clerk of the court in which a claim, counterclaim, or suit by, or on behalf of, the obligor, including a claim or potential right to proceeds from an estate as an heir, beneficiary, or creditor, is pending, provided that a copy of the lien is mailed to the attorney of record for the obligor, if any; (2) an attorney who represents the obligor in a claim or counterclaim that has not been filed with a court; (3) any other individual or organization believed to be in possession of real or personal property of the obligor; or. Sept. 1, 1999; Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. Sec. April 20, 1995. SUBSTANTIVE CHANGE NOT ENFORCEABLE. 23, eff. April 20, 1995. 7, eff. Sept. 1, 1995. I need to change a custody, visitation, or support order (Modification). Sec. 157.164. 2, eff. 3097), Sec. Sec. (c) A conveyance of real property by the obligor after a lien notice has been recorded in the county where the real property is located is subject to the lien and may not impair the enforceability of the lien against the real property. TERM OF COMMUNITY SUPERVISION. (a) If a person having actual notice of the lien possesses nonexempt personal property of the obligor that may be subject to the lien, the property may not be paid over, released, sold, transferred, encumbered, or conveyed unless: (1) a release of lien signed by the claimant is delivered to the person in possession; or. 1, eff. ; Benefits award letter if you receive Social Security Supplemental Income; Benefits award letter if you receive Veterans Compensation or Pension; Proof you are paying for, or can begin to pay for, health insurance for the child through your employer; Any other evidence that can show you have provided financial support to the children; Evidence that you have been seeking employment; or. 1105 (H.B. (a) To the extent of a conflict between this subchapter and Chapter 804, Government Code, Chapter 804, Government Code, prevails. January 1, 2010. In addition, the act also requires a court to hold a "show cause" hearing . 20, Sec. The additional periods of possession or access: (1) must be of the same type and duration of the possession or access that was denied; (2) may include weekend, holiday, and summer possession or access; and. (a) The relator may file a petition for a writ of habeas corpus in either the court of continuing, exclusive jurisdiction or in a court with jurisdiction to issue a writ of habeas corpus in the county in which the child is found. (b) The fee for serving a capias is the same as the fee for service of a writ in civil cases generally. Section 669a(d)(1) and includes a depository institution, depository institution holding company as defined by 12 U.S.C. 157.217. Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 15, eff. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 3121), Sec. Sec. American anti-communist propaganda of the 1950s, specifically addressing the entertainment industry. RELATOR RELINQUISHED POSSESSION; TEMPORARY ORDERS. 2, eff. A prosecuting attorney, the Title IV-D agency, a domestic relations office, or a party affected by the order may file a verified motion alleging specifically that certain conduct of the respondent constitutes a violation of the terms and conditions of community supervision. (a-1) The court may conduct the release hearing under Subsection (a) through the use of teleconferencing, videoconferencing, or other remote electronic means if the court determines that the method of appearance will facilitate the hearing. Do not bring children to court with you. I need a custody order. If a payment record was attached to the motion as authorized by this subsection, the payment record, as updated if applicable, is admissible to prove: (1) the dates and in what amounts payments were made; (3) the cumulative arrearage over time; and. Sec. Get help navigating a divorce from beginning to end with advice on how to file, a guide to the forms you might need, and more. Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. Sec. 1491, Sec. Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. This is called a show cause hearing. What if I don't want to go to before a IV-D judge alone? (a) The notice of hearing must include the date, time, and place of the hearing. (d) If the respondent claims indigency and requests the appointment of an attorney, the court shall require the respondent to file an affidavit of indigency. ); Proof of extra payments for child support (canceled checks, money order receipts, etc. You may be given credit for these payments if you have evidence of them. 281-810-9760. A possession and access order, with holidays and vacations included, needs to be established. April 20, 1995. (d) If the court finds that the respondent is in contempt of court for failure or refusal to pay child support and that the respondent owes $20,000 or more in child support arrearages, the court may not waive the requirement that the respondent pay attorney's fees and costs unless the court also finds that the respondent: (1) is involuntarily unemployed or is disabled; and. Do not be afraid to speak to the judge. September 1, 2005. Sec. Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 420, Sec. Sept. 1, 1999. BOND OR SECURITY FOR RELEASE OF RESPONDENT. While the Family Court uses the judicial process when issuing orders, the Child Support Enforcement Agency utilizes an administrative process. Yes. 972 (S.B. Whether a parent should go to jail or face other penalties for not paying court-ordered child support, medical child support, or health insurance premiums. Sec. 1, eff. Remember, if you're a parent who's struggling to make your payments, you should contact the Child Support Division as soon as possible. (a) If the right to possession of a child is not governed by an order, the court in a habeas corpus proceeding involving the right of possession of the child: (1) shall compel return of the child to the parent if the right of possession is between a parent and a nonparent and a suit affecting the parent-child relationship has not been filed; or. 19, eff. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. Talk to a lawyer if you have questions. (b) The court may enforce by contempt any provision of a temporary or final order. Child Support Division. (e) The movant may allege repeated past violations of the order and that future violations of a similar nature may occur before the date of the hearing. (a) The respondent may plead as an affirmative defense to contempt for failure to comply with an order for possession or access to a child that the movant voluntarily relinquished actual possession and control of the child. The amount is typically paid monthly. (a) The court may require the respondent to pay a fee to the court in an amount equal to that required of a criminal defendant subject to community supervision. Houston, TX 77068. 6.25, eff. 30, eff. Houston Office. Sept. 1, 1995. 3121), Sec. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. PRIORITY OF LIEN AS TO REAL PROPERTY. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. Sept. 1, 1999. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH NOTICE OF LEVY. 972 (S.B. (a) On the motion of a person or entity for whose benefit a bond has been executed or security deposited, the court may forfeit all or part of the bond or security deposit on a finding that the person who furnished the bond or security: (1) has violated the court order for possession of and access to a child; or. This article explains when IV-D Courts (also known as child support court) can establish paternity. (a-1) A lien attaches to all property owned or acquired on or after the date the lien notice or abstract of judgment is filed with the county clerk of the county in which the property is located, with the court clerk as to property or claims in litigation, or, as to property of the obligor in the possession or control of a third party, from the date the lien notice is delivered to that party. Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 157.105. 157.166. 228), Sec. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. Sept. 1, 2001. If the review fails to resolve any issue in dispute, the obligor may file suit under Section 157.323 for a hearing by the court not later than the fifth day after the date of the conclusion of the agency review. (1) identify the amount of child support arrearages determined by the Title IV-D agency to be owing and unpaid by the obligor on the date of the obligor's death; and. JOINDER OF CLAIMS AND REMEDIES; NO ELECTION OF REMEDIES. If the court finds that the enforcement of the order with which the respondent failed to comply was necessary to ensure the child's physical or emotional health or welfare, the fees and costs ordered under this subsection may be enforced by any means available for the enforcement of child support, including contempt, but not including income withholding. 157.320. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. Tell the clerk you have a lawyer with you when you check-in. a child support or medical support order or to collect support payments can apply for child support enforcement services. (2) an action to foreclose under this subchapter. Children bring joy, love, and hope into our lives. Sept. 1, 2001. (c) The court shall order the bond or security payable through the registry of the court: (1) to the obligee or other person or entity entitled to receive child support payments designated by the court if enforcement of child support is requested; or. Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. PROOF. (c) If the enforcement order imposes incarceration for civil contempt, the order must state the specific conditions on which the respondent may be released from confinement. 14, eff. If you have been served with a citationto appear in IV-D Court for an enforcement hearing, and you did not pay your ordered child support payments, you may be in contempt of court. 157.064. 1, eff. * the child dies. Sept. 1, 1999. September 1, 2015. TIME ALLOWED TO COMPLY. (a) If a motion for enforcement of child support requests a money judgment for arrearages, the court shall confirm the amount of arrearages and render cumulative money judgments as follows: (1) a cumulative money judgment for the amount of child support owed under Subsection (b); (2) a cumulative money judgment for the amount of medical support owed under Subsection (b-1); and. Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 4, eff. This article answers frequently asked questions about enforcing your child support orders yourself. (a) A motion for enforcement as provided in this chapter may be filed to enforce any provision of a temporary or final order rendered in a suit. April 20, 1995. If you request postponement, please do not assume your request has been approved. How can the IV-D Court order child support if I dont have money? Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. A person who has not paid child support or has not provided medical support can be ordered to appear before the court to explain to the court why he/she should not be held in contempt. Remember, it is best to have a consultation with a lawyer before you go to IV-D court. The basic rules for a Motion for Contempt are: 1. 20, Sec. April 20, 1995. 702, Sec. SUBCHAPTER J. 20, Sec. 26, eff. April 20, 1995. Added by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. (b) The person denied possession or access is entitled to decide the time of the additional possession or access, subject to the provisions of Subsection (a)(1). 911, Sec. September 1, 2007. (b) Unless prohibited by federal law, a suit seeking a qualified domestic relations order or similar order under this subchapter applies to a pension, retirement plan, or other employee benefit, regardless of whether the pension, retirement plan, or other employee benefit: (2) is subject to another qualified domestic relations order or similar order; (3) is property that is the subject of a pending proceeding for dissolution of a marriage; (4) is property disposed of in a previous decree for dissolution of a marriage; or. 157.318. 1, eff. Many courts do issue warrants, making county jails a resting stop for parents who don't pay child support and fail to show up in court. 22, eff. ); Proof the children have been living with you and not the obligee; Proof that you and the obligee have been living together with the childrena lease, an electric bill, etc. 27, eff. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. Sept. 1, 2003. After you check in with the clerk, you can sit down. We can guide you through all family law matters and help ensure a bright future for you and your family. The release or return may not operate to prevent future action to collect from the same or other property owned by the obligor.
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