Tex. Est. Code Section 204.054
Submission of Genetic Material by Other Relative Under Certain Circumstances


If a sample of an individual’s genetic material that could identify another individual as the decedent’s heir is not available for purposes of conducting genetic testing under this subchapter, the court, on a finding of good cause and that the need for genetic testing outweighs the legitimate interests of the individual to be tested, may order any of the following individuals to submit a sample of genetic material for the testing under circumstances the court considers just:

(1)

a parent, sibling, or child of the individual whose genetic material is not available; or

(2)

any other relative of that individual, as necessary to conduct the testing.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 680 (H.B. 2502), Sec. 1, eff. January 1, 2014.

Source: Section 204.054 — Submission of Genetic Material by Other Relative Under Certain Circumstances, https://statutes.­capitol.­texas.­gov/Docs/ES/htm/ES.­204.­htm#204.­054 (accessed May 4, 2024).

Accessed:
May 4, 2024

§ 204.054’s source at texas​.gov