112.004 – STATUTE OF FRAUDS. A trust in either real or
Texas Property Code § 112.004
Summary
This law requires that trusts in real or personal property must have written evidence signed by the settlor or their agent to be enforceable. It also allows for personal property trusts to be established through a transfer to a trustee, provided the intention to create the trust is clearly expressed.
Trusts must have written evidence to be enforceable.
Signature of the settlor or authorized agent is required.
Personal property trusts can be created by transfer with expressed intention.
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In simple terms: Learn about Texas's STATUTE OF FRAUDS. A trust in either real or 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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