Sec. 6.701. FAILURE TO ANSWER. In a suit for divorce, the petition may not be taken as confessed if the respondent does not file an answer.
Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 7, Sec. 1, eff. April 17, 1997.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 1 - The Marriage Relationship
Subtitle C - Dissolution of Marriage
Chapter 6 - Suit for Dissolution of Marriage
Subchapter H. Trial and Appeal
Section 6.701. Failure to Answer
Section 6.704. Testimony of Husband or Wife
Section 6.705. Testimony by Marriage Counselor
Section 6.707. Transfers and Debts Pending Decree
Section 6.708. Costs; Attorney's Fees and Expenses
Section 6.709. Temporary Orders During Appeal
Section 6.710. Notice of Final Decree