Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Texas

Can a person who is a convicted felon serve as an Executor of someone's estate?


Asked on 6/02/11, 12:18 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Arthur Geffen Arthur H. Geffen, P.C.

The Texas Probate Code specifically prohibits that unless the person's rights have been restored or has been pardoned.

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Answered on 6/02/11, 12:23 pm

No. A convicted felon is determined by law to be disqualified from serving as an executor or administrator.

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Answered on 6/02/11, 12:45 pm
Brian Thomas Burdette & Rice PLLC

No. As Mr. Geffen points out, there is a very limited exception, which is rarely (if ever) encountered.

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Answered on 6/02/11, 12:54 pm


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