Tex.
Fam. Code Section 202.001
Appointment
(a)
After an order for child support or possession of or access to a child has been rendered, a court may appoint a friend of the court on:(1)
the request of a person alleging that the order has been violated; or(2)
its own motion.(b)
A court may appoint a friend of the court in a proceeding under Part D of Title IV of the federal Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. Section 651 et seq.) only if the Title IV-D agency agrees in writing to the appointment.(c)
The duration of the appointment of a friend of the court is as determined by the court.(d)
In the appointment of a friend of the court, the court shall give preference to:(1)
a local domestic relations office;(2)
a local child support collection office;(3)
the local court official designated to enforce actions as provided in Chapter 159 (Uniform Interstate Family Support Act); or(4)
an attorney in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.(e)
In the execution of a friend of the court’s duties under this subchapter, a friend of the court shall represent the court to ensure compliance with the court’s order.
Source:
Section 202.001 — Appointment, https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/FA/htm/FA.202.htm#202.001 (accessed Apr. 20, 2024).
