By the Family Law Attorneys at Smith & Garg, LLC, serving The Woodlands, Spring, Houston, Conroe, Humble, Kingwood, Tomball, Cypress, Huntsville, Westchase, Southwest, Sugar Land, West Oaks, Alief, Memorial, River Oaks, Stafford, Katy, and Missouri City.

My child’s mother won’t let me see our child. What are my rights as his father?

First and foremost, by being the biological father, especially if there is an acknowledgment of paternity like signing a birth certificate, you have the right to see your child. Sometimes, however, those rights are not specifically spelled out and an action in Court may be necessary to define each parent’s rights. This action is called a Suit Affecting Parent Child Relationship (SAPCR). These cases are generally brought before the Court to determine stuff like where the child will live, paternity, visitation, and child support. If you are thinking of filing a SAPCR, it is important to contact an experienced family law attorney.

If you or someone you know is need of family law services, please do not hesitate to call Smith & Garg at 281-210-0010 for a consultation today or use our Contact Form.