What is possession, and what is “standard possession” of children in Texas?
Possession refers to the time that the children spend with each parent. In most cases (excepting those where one parent has a history of abuse, family violence, or other serious problems), possession is shared. This means that the child(ren) will spend part of their time living in each parent’s home. Any possession arrangement on which both parents agree is an option, provided that it is in the best interest of the child(ren). For parents who cannot devise a mutually agreeable solution, or who simply wish to follow a standard model, the Texas Family Code sets out a standard possession schedule for children. Standard Possession provides for the child to live a majority of the time in the home of the “primary parent.” The child then spends specified times living in the home of the other parent. Standard Possession provides for the other parent to have the child every Thursday evening, every other weekend (from Friday evening to Sunday evening), alternate major holidays, and for 30 full d
