Sec. 26.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
(1) "Photograph" means a photograph or photographic reproduction, still or moving, videotape, or live television transmission of an individual in a manner that allows a person viewing the photograph with the naked eye to reasonably determine the identity of the individual.
(2) "Property right" means the property right created by this chapter.
(3) "Name" means the actual or assumed name used by an individual which, when used in conjunction with other information, is intended to identify a particular person.
(4) "Media enterprise" means a newspaper, magazine, radio station or network, television station or network, or cable television system.
Added by Acts 1987, 70th Leg., ch. 152, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1987.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 4 - Actions and Remedies
Chapter 26 - Use of a Deceased Individual's Name, Voice, Signature, Photograph, or Likeness
Section 26.002. Property Right Established
Section 26.004. Transferability
Section 26.005. Ownership After Death of Individual
Section 26.006. Registration of Claim
Section 26.007. Effect of Registration
Section 26.008. Exercise of Ownership for First Year Following Death of Individual
Section 26.009. Exercise of Ownership After First Year Following Death of Individual
Section 26.011. Unauthorized Uses
Section 26.012. Permitted Uses
Section 26.013. Liability for Unauthorized Use