Texas § CV.2 - In order to receive a patent under this Act, the person desiring such patent shal

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§ CV.2. In order to receive a patent under this Act, the person desiring such patent shal

In order to receive a patent under this Act, the person desiring such patent shall first make written application to the Commissioner of the General Land Office, describing the land for which a patent is sought and shall show in such application the facts necessary under this Act to entitle applicant to a patent hereunder, and the applicant shall verify the allegations in the application by any accompanying Affidavit, stating that such allegations are true to the best of the knowledge and belief of the applicant, and it shall be necessary that any such application be filed in the office of the Commissioner of the General Land Office within five (5) years from the date upon which this Act goes into effect, and the applicant shall, upon filing said application, deposit with the Commissioner of the General Land Office One Dollar ($1.00) for each acre or fractional part of an acre in the land covered by the application, which shall constitute the purchase price for said land, and upon the delivery of any patent to any person under this Act, the purchase price shall be applied to the Public School Fund of the State of Texas.

Source: official Texas text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § CV.2

What does The Texas Constitution § CV.2 cover?

Section CV.2 ("In order to receive a patent under this Act, the person desiring such patent shal") 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 § CV.2?

A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § CV.2" (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 § CV.2 apply to my situation?

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