Texas Family and Divorce Law Blog

Sometimes I hear a question about how a minor can become emancipated from their parents.  Generally speaking, a court in Texas may allow a minor to become emancipated in certain circumstances if the child is over the age of 16.  Emancipation of a minor can have a vast effect on what a minor can and cannot do and the rights of parents.

As responsible co-parents you know the importance of following the court order regarding custody and visitation of your children.  It is likely that you had to endure a great deal to get it, whether you reached it by agreement or a Texas family court ordered it.  Sometimes, however, issues arise that make following the court order more difficult then anticipated.  One of those issues is when a child refuses to comply with the court order by going with the other parent during their visitation time.  Although this situation may be completely out of control it can have far reaching consequences for you and for your family.     ​