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Termination of Parental Rights Legal Information Guide

Texas State Law Library

Public guide to Texas law, procedures, and research resources concerning voluntary or involuntary termination of parental rights.

TexasLegal AssistancePeople researching termination of parental rights under Texas law, including families and cases in Central Texas.

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How to get help

Review the guide and current Texas Family Code provisions, determine the proper court and case type, and confirm petition, notice, service, evidence, representation, and hearing requirements. Because the law is complex and forms are not one-size-fits-all, legal advice is recommended.

Who this service helps

Open to the public for research; legal grounds, standing, required proof, best-interest findings, forms, and procedures depend on the child's circumstances and the specific case.

Where this service is available

Service area: People researching termination of parental rights under Texas law, including families and cases in Central Texas.

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Location and contact

205 West 14th Street, Tom C. Clark Building, Room G01
Austin TX 78701
Travis County

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Cost / fees

The online guide is free to use; court, service, records, expert, ad-litem, and legal-service costs may apply.

About this service

The guide and related FAQ explain that termination requires a court order, identify statutory subjects and selected grounds, and link to legal research materials and limited sample-form resources.

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