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CPS Temporary Managing Conservatorship Intervention Guide

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Free instructions and forms for a nonparent seeking to intervene in a CPS case involving Temporary Managing Conservatorship of a child.

TexasLegal AssistancePeople handling eligible Texas legal matters, including residents and court users in Central Texas.

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How to get help

Review the standing routes and requested relief, complete the petition and only the applicable exhibits and declarations, file them in the existing CPS case, provide required notice or service, and participate in later hearings. Complex CPS intervention and adoption issues may require an attorney.

Who this service helps

For a nonparent seeking to join a case in which CPS has requested or received Temporary Managing Conservatorship. The guide is not for a case in which CPS already has Permanent Managing Conservatorship, and the filer must satisfy applicable standing requirements.

Where this service is available

Service area: People handling eligible Texas legal matters, including residents and court users in Central Texas.

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Cost / fees

The guide and forms are free. Filing, service, copying, records, and legal-representation costs may apply according to the court and case.

About this service

The guide provides a petition in intervention and alternative standing and requested-relief exhibits for seeking managing conservatorship or, where applicable, termination and adoption within the existing CPS case.

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