112.252 – LIABILITIES OF DECEASED SPOUSE NOT AFFECTED BY
Texas Estates Code § 112.252
Summary
This law clarifies that the debts of a deceased spouse remain attached to their community property, regardless of any survivorship rights. It ensures that the surviving spouse is still responsible for the deceased spouse's liabilities after their death.
Community property remains liable for deceased spouse's debts.
Survivorship rights do not eliminate these liabilities.
Surviving spouse must account for deceased spouse's obligations.
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In simple terms: Learn about Texas's LIABILITIES OF DECEASED SPOUSE NOT AFFECTED BY 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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