Child Custody Rights Texas

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In Texas, you have the right to know your childs placement unless a court rules otherwise. Contact your caseworker, their supervisor, or seek legal advice. For low-income individuals, resources like Texas Legal Services Center, Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas, and Lone Star Legal Aid offer free legal assistance.

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I'm dealing with child protective services not on me but on my parents who have my daughter. I didn't lose my rights to my children. I'm trying to find out where they put my daughter in foster care and child protective services will not let me know anything
Hello ****, I understand this is a difficult situation for you. Could you please tell me which state you're in? Child custody laws can vary by location.
Texas
Hello ****. In Texas, you have the right to know where your child is placed unless a court rules otherwise. Here's what you can do:
- Contact your caseworker for information.
- If unsatisfied, ask for their supervisor.
- If still not resolved, consider legal advice.
I am low income and cannot afford a lawyer
Hello ****. In Texas, there are several resources for low-income individuals needing legal advice:
- Texas Legal Services Center: Offers free legal advice and representation.
- Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas: Provides free civil legal assistance.
- Lone Star Legal Aid: Serves low-income residents in East Texas.