Sec. 34.003. EFFECT OF DEFENDANT'S DEATH. The death of the defendant after a writ of execution is issued stays the execution proceedings, but any lien acquired by levy of the writ must be recognized and enforced by the county court in the payment of the debts of the deceased.
Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 959, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1985.
Structure Texas Statutes
Civil Practice and Remedies Code
Title 2 - Trial, Judgment, and Appeal
Chapter 34 - Execution on Judgments
Subchapter A. Issuance and Levy of Writ
Section 34.001. No Execution on Dormant Judgment
Section 34.002. Effect of Plaintiff's Death
Section 34.003. Effect of Defendant's Death