What happens when the father avoids being served regarding child support?
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What happens when the father avoids being served regarding child support?
The father of my child has been hiding out and avoiding being served so I would like to know how long will they keep trying? And I would like to know what happens if they don’t find him and he doesn’t show up to court?
Asked on September 15, 2011 under Family Law, Texas
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If you are using a private process server, the process server should continue until the father is served. The process server might do a stake-out if necessary to serve the father.
If you are using the marshal to serve the father, the marshal might only make a limited number of attempts.
The father will need to be served. If he is not served and doesn't show up in court, the case won't proceed until he is served because until he is served, he hasn't received notice.
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