Entering Deceaseds Property Rules

Summary

Entering a deceased persons property and taking items without authorization is generally illegal in Texas. The executor of the estate manages the property, and a will may specify item distribution.

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I wanted to know if a person could enter a deceased person's property and take things
Hello ****, in Texas, it's generally not legal to enter a deceased person's property and take items without proper authorization. Specifically:
- This could be considered theft or burglary.
- The executor of the estate typically handles the deceased's property.
- A will may specify who gets certain items.