Sec. 202.001. GENERAL AUTHORIZATION FOR AND NATURE OF PROCEEDING TO DECLARE HEIRSHIP. In the manner provided by this chapter, a court may determine through a proceeding to declare heirship:
(1) the persons who are a decedent's heirs and only heirs; and
(2) the heirs' respective shares and interests under the laws of this state in the decedent's estate or, if applicable, in the trust.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 680 (H.B. 2502), Sec. 1, eff. January 1, 2014.
Amended by:
Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1338 (S.B. 1198), Sec. 2.18, eff. January 1, 2014.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 2 - Estates of Decedents; Durable Powers of Attorney
Subtitle E - Intestate Succession
Chapter 202 - Determination of Heirship
Subchapter A. Authorization and Procedures for Commencement of Proceeding to Declare Heirship
Section 202.001. General Authorization for and Nature of Proceeding to Declare Heirship
Section 202.002. Circumstances Under Which Proceeding to Declare Heirship Is Authorized
Section 202.0025. Action Brought After Decedent's Death
Section 202.004. Persons Who May Commence Proceeding to Declare Heirship
Section 202.005. Application for Proceeding to Declare Heirship
Section 202.006. Request for Determination of Necessity for Administration
Section 202.007. Affidavit Supporting Application Required
Section 202.008. Required Parties to Proceeding to Declare Heirship