155.202 – DISCRETIONARY TRANSFER. (a) If the basis of a
Texas Family Code § 155.202
Summary
This law allows a court to deny a motion to transfer a child custody proceeding if the child has lived in the new county for less than six months. It also permits the court to transfer the case to another county for convenience and justice if requested by a party.
Court may deny transfer if child lived in new county under six months.
Transfer can be granted for convenience of parties and witnesses.
Timely motion by a party is required for transfer consideration.
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In simple terms: Learn about Texas's DISCRETIONARY TRANSFER. (a) If the basis of a law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.
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