My question involves name change laws in the State of: Texas
I had tried to get a protective order against my ex for my son and myself, but he never opened the door to take the papers, so I never got it served. He is not sane, and does not believe he has a problem, therefore will not get help.
I am seeking help for that part of my problem, but I am wondering if there is a time limit on changing a last name of a baby? Or under these circumstances, if it will be easy to do? He is not going to give me the authority to do this, if he has a say in it. I don't want him in our lives, he is not healthy. He needs help which he won't get. I don't trust him, and I'm scared of him. I don't want my son to carry his name. Can I do this? Or how if he won't allow it?

