Was my ex-husband allowed to change information on our divorce documents after I signed a waiver of citation?

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Was my ex-husband allowed to change information on our divorce documents after I signed a waiver of citation?

If so, is there any way I can contest it after the divorce decree if he changed something I do not agree to? I’m in a position where in a community property state (Texas) where everything should be split 50%-50% unless otherwise agreed between the couple, the divorce decree was changed from the document that I signed(the respondent) after I signed a waiver stating that it would be distributed fairly. The final divorce decree now states that I’m responsible for 100% of debts that are shared, and my ex-husband is responsible for 0%. That is not what I had agreed to, but did I give up my legal right to protest that? What should I do now?

Asked on January 7, 2013 under Family Law, Texas

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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

Under the laws of all states in this country once a person has signed a legal document the terms contained within cannot be changed without the written consent of those that have signed.

What your "ex" did was improper. I suggest that you immediately consult with a family law attorney to advise you on your legal recourse.


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