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An Introduction to the Divorce
Process in Dallas Texas
Separation
Filing for Divorce
Temporary Divorce Orders
Conducting Divorce Discovery
Mediation and Settlement
in the Divorce Process
Collaborative Representation
in the Divorce Process
Divorce Trials In Dallas
Decree of Divorce
Appellate Process in
the Dallas District
Divorce Modification
Paternity
Adoption
Grandparent Access
Child Protective Services
Abuse
Divorcing a US Military
Service Person
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Adoption
Adoption was unknown at common law; it exists solely by
statute. Adoption is governed specifically by Chapter 162 of
the Texas Family Code. C. Other statutory law, both state
and federal, must also be consulted concerning adoptions.
The Texas Penal Code provides that the sale or purchase of a
child is a criminal offense. The Human Resources Code
governs facilities and agencies that care for children who
are being placed for adoption. When an adoption involves a
child brought to Texas from a sister state, the Interstate
Compact on the Placement of Children and the Interstate
Compact on Adoption and medical assistance should be
reviewed. Finally, when the child to be adopted is a member
of, or is eligible to be a member of, an American Indian
tribal organization, the Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978
comes into play.
Adoption is a complicated and situation specific process.
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