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To Be Of “Sound Mind”

What does it mean to be of “sound mind”?

The requirement of “sound mind” is not specified in the Texas Probate Code. Instead, Texas Courts have determined that the “sound mind” requirement with regard to whether a person has “testamentary capacity” is as follows: The Testator (the person making a will) has sufficient mental ability, at the time of the execution of the will if he or she:

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