Texas § ES.121.151 - DISTRIBUTION OF COMMUNITY PROPERTY
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § ES.121.151 — DISTRIBUTION OF COMMUNITY PROPERTY, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ ES.121.151. DISTRIBUTION OF COMMUNITY PROPERTY
DISTRIBUTION OF COMMUNITY PROPERTY. (a) This section applies to community property, including the proceeds of life or accident insurance that are community property and become payable to the estate of either the husband or wife. (b) If a husband and wife die leaving community property but neither survives the other by 120 hours, one-half of all community property shall be distributed as if the husband had survived, and the other one-half shall be distributed as if the wife had survived. Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 680 , Sec. 1, eff. January 1, 2014.
Source: official Texas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § ES.121.151
What does The Texas Constitution § ES.121.151 cover?
Section ES.121.151 ("DISTRIBUTION OF COMMUNITY PROPERTY") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Texas § ES.121.151?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § ES.121.151" (Texas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Texas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Texas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Texas attorney.
How does Texas § ES.121.151 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Texas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Texas.