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Texas Estates Code § 204.055

Genetic Testing of Deceased Individual

Genetic Testing in Proceedings to Declare Heirship · Court Orders for Genetic Testing in Proceedings to Declare Heirship

On good cause shown, the court may order:

(1) genetic testing of a deceased individual under this subchapter; and

(2) if necessary, removal of the remains of the deceased individual as provided by Section 711.004, Health and Safety Code, for that testing.

Official text of the Texas Estates Code as published by the Texas Legislative Council.

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Legislative history

Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 680 (H.B. 2502), Sec. 1, eff. January 1, 2014.

Other codes referenced

Health & Safety § 711.004