152.303 – DUTY TO ENFORCE. (a) A court of this state
Texas Family Code § 152.303
Summary
This law mandates Texas courts to recognize and enforce child custody decisions made by courts in other states, provided those decisions meet specific jurisdictional standards. It ensures consistency in custody determinations across state lines, benefiting families involved in interstate custody disputes.
Texas courts must enforce valid out-of-state custody orders.
Jurisdiction must align with Texas standards for enforcement.
Remedies under other laws may be applied for enforcement.
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