112.001 – DEFINITION OF COMMUNITY PROPERTY SURVIVORSHIP
Texas Estates Code § 112.001
Summary
This law defines a community property survivorship agreement as a legal arrangement between spouses that establishes a right of survivorship for community property. It affects married couples who wish to ensure that their shared property passes directly to the surviving spouse upon death.
Establishes a right of survivorship for community property.
Applies to agreements made between spouses.
Effective for agreements created after January 1, 2014.
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In simple terms: Learn about Texas's DEFINITION OF COMMUNITY PROPERTY SURVIVORSHIP law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.
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