Is a child arrangement order legally binding?
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Is a child arrangement order legally binding?
A parenting plan is a written agreement that sets out parenting arrangements for child/ren. Unless a court orders otherwise, you and your former partner can agree to change a parenting order by entering into a parenting plan. A parenting plan is not a legally enforceable agreement.
How long does a child contact order last?
A child arrangements order for contact usually lapses automatically when a child turns 16. This includes a child arrangements order which does not have an end date on it.
How old does a child have to be to say who they want to live with?
This means that in Family Court proceedings, it is possible for the Court to order that children as old as 14 and 16 be required to live with one parent (e.g. their Mother) even if the children have clearly expressed the view that they wish to live with the other parent (e.g. their Father).
Can a 10 year old decide not to see a parent?
In the majority of states, including Texas, children under the age of 18 cannot legally make the decision themselves whether or not to see their parent.
