Texas Estates Code 204.056 – Criminal Penalty
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(a) An individual commits an offense if:
(1) the individual intentionally releases an identifiable sample of the genetic material of another individual that was provided for purposes of genetic testing ordered under this subchapter; and
(2) the release:
(A) is for a purpose not related to the proceeding to declare heirship; and
(B) was not ordered by the court or done in accordance with written permission obtained from the individual who provided the sample.
(b) An offense under this section is a Class A misdemeanor.
Attorney's Note
Under the Texas Codes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 1 year | up to $4,000 |
Terms Used In Texas Estates Code 204.056
- Court: means and includes:
(1) a county court in the exercise of its probate jurisdiction;
(2) a court created by statute and authorized to exercise original probate jurisdiction; and
(3) a district court exercising original probate jurisdiction in a contested matter. See Texas Estates Code 22.007 - Written: includes any representation of words, letters, symbols, or figures. See Texas Government Code 311.005