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Texas Family Code - FAM § 33.001. Definitions

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

In this chapter:

(1) “Abortion” has the meaning assigned by Section 245.002, Health and Safety Code. This definition, as applied in this chapter, may not be construed to limit a minor's access to contraceptives.

(2) “Fetus” means an individual human organism from fertilization until birth.

(3) “Guardian” means a court-appointed guardian of the person of the minor.

(3-a) “Medical emergency” has the meaning assigned by Section 171.002, Health and Safety Code.

(4) “Physician” means an individual licensed to practice medicine in this state.

(5) “Unemancipated minor” includes a minor who:

(A) is unmarried; and

(B) has not had the disabilities of minority removed under Chapter 31.

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