Tex. Prop. Code Section 71.001
Escheat


(a)

If an individual dies intestate and without heirs, the real and personal property of that individual is subject to escheat.

(b)

“Escheat” means the vesting of title to property in the state in an escheat proceeding under Subchapter B.
Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 3585, ch. 576, Sec. 1, eff. Jan. 1, 1984. Amended by Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 230, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1985.

Source: Section 71.001 — Escheat, https://statutes.­capitol.­texas.­gov/Docs/PR/htm/PR.­71.­htm#71.­001 (accessed May 26, 2025).

Verified

Verified:
May 26, 2025

§ 71.001’s source at texas​.gov