Sec. 256.151. GENERAL PROOF REQUIREMENTS. An applicant for the probate of a will must prove to the court's satisfaction that:
(1) the testator is dead;
(2) four years have not elapsed since the date of the testator's death and before the application;
(3) the court has jurisdiction and venue over the estate;
(4) citation has been served and returned in the manner and for the period required by this title; and
(5) the person for whom letters testamentary or of administration are sought is entitled by law to the letters and is not disqualified.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 680 (H.B. 2502), Sec. 1, eff. January 1, 2014.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 2 - Estates of Decedents; Durable Powers of Attorney
Chapter 256 - Probate of Wills Generally
Subchapter D. Required Proof for Probate of Will
Section 256.151. General Proof Requirements
Section 256.152. Additional Proof Required for Probate of Will
Section 256.153. Proof of Execution of Attested Will
Section 256.154. Proof of Execution of Holographic Will
Section 256.155. Procedures for Depositions When No Contest Is Filed
Section 256.156. Proof of Will Not Produced in Court
Section 256.157. Testimony Regarding Probate to Be Committed to Writing