Results of Genetic Testing; Admissibility

Genetic Testing in Proceedings to Declare Heirship · Results of Genetic Testing

A report of the results of genetic testing ordered under Subchapter B:

(1) must comply with the requirements for a report prescribed by Section 160.504, Family Code; and

(2) is admissible in a proceeding to declare heirship under Chapter 202 as evidence of the truth of the facts asserted in the report.

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

Legislative history

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

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