In re D_ W_ M
Court of Appeals of Texas
1ConcurrenceHall, Justice
I do not agree with the majority’s holding that appellant waived service of summons.
V.T.C.A., Family Code §§ 51.09 and 53.06 provide as follows:
§ 51.09. Waiver of Rights.
Unless a contrary intent clearly appears elsewhere in this title, any right granted to a child by this title [Delinquent Children] or by the constitution or laws of this state or the United States may be waived in proceedings under this title if:(1) the waiver is made by the child and the attorney for the child;(2) the child and the attorney waiving the right are informed of and understand the right and the possible…
2Cases cited2 opinions
- D. A. W. v. StateCourt of Appeals of Texas · 1976
- In re M. W.Court of Appeals of Texas · 1975