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Information on Suit Affecting the Family Relationship (Excluding Adoptions)

Texas · TexasLawHelp.org

This form is used to give information about court cases that affect family relationships, such as divorce or changes in custody. It asks for details about the court case, the people involved, and any children affected by the court order.

The court describes it as: Information sheet for reporting divorce, annulment, and SAPCR cases to Texas Vital Statistics Unit. Sometimes called the "Austin form."

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Where this fits in a case

General & info

Information / general use — not tied to one step of a case

This form is used when a court order is issued for divorce, annulment, or other matters affecting family relationships, and the information needs to be sent to the Texas Vital Statistics Unit.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who needs to fill out this form?
The instructions state that petitioners, attorneys, and the courts are expected to report using this form.
What kind of cases does this form cover?
It covers divorces, annulments, and suits affecting the parent-child relationship, but it specifically excludes adoptions.
Is there a fee mentioned for filing this form?
The provided text does not mention any filing fees for this form.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026.

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