Genetic Testing in Proceedings to Declare Heirship · Use of Results of Genetic Testing in Certain Proceedings to Declare Heirship
The presumption under Section 160.505, Family Code, that applies in establishing a parent-child relationship also applies in determining heirship in the probate court using the results of genetic testing ordered with respect to an individual described by Section 204.151, and the presumption may be rebutted in the same manner provided by Section 160.505, Family Code.
Official text of the Texas Estates Code as published by the Texas Legislative Council.