What Occurs If a Parent Fails to Follow a Child Custody Order in Texas?

You've planned your weekend around spending time with your child, only to find out the other parent failed to comply with the court-ordered visitation schedule. Perhaps they stopped responding to your messages, changed the plans unexpectedly.

If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. Failure to comply with custody orders frequently lead to emotional strain and uncertainty.

Fortunately for parents, the Texas family court system provides legal options when a parent refuses to comply with a valid child custody order.

What Is a Texas Child Custody Order?

A child custody order is a binding legal order that establishes each website parent's rights and responsibilities regarding their child.