Texas § ES.258.001 - CITATION ON APPLICATION FOR PROBATE OF WILL PRODUCED IN COURT
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § ES.258.001 — CITATION ON APPLICATION FOR PROBATE OF WILL PRODUCED IN COURT, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ ES.258.001. CITATION ON APPLICATION FOR PROBATE OF WILL PRODUCED IN COURT
CITATION ON APPLICATION FOR PROBATE OF WILL PRODUCED IN COURT. (a) On the filing with the clerk of an application for the probate of a written will produced in court, the clerk shall issue a citation to all parties interested in the estate. (b) The citation required by Subsection (a) shall be served by posting and must state: (1) that the application has been filed; (2) the nature of the application; (3) the testator's name; (4) the applicant's name; (5) the time when the court will act on the application; and (6) that any person interested in the estate may appear at the time stated in the citation to contest the application. Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 680 (H.B. 2502 ), Sec. 1, eff. January 1, 2014.
Source: official Texas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § ES.258.001
What does The Texas Constitution § ES.258.001 cover?
Section ES.258.001 ("CITATION ON APPLICATION FOR PROBATE OF WILL PRODUCED IN COURT") 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.258.001?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § ES.258.001" (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.258.001 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.