Tex. Fam. Code Section 33.001
Definitions


In this chapter:

(1)

“Abortion” has the meaning assigned by Section 245.002 (Definitions), 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 (Definitions), 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 (Removal of Disabilities of Minority).
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 395, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 436 (H.B. 3994), Sec. 2, eff. January 1, 2016.
Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 441 (S.B. 8), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2017.

Source: Section 33.001 — Definitions, https://statutes.­capitol.­texas.­gov/Docs/FA/htm/FA.­33.­htm#33.­001 (accessed Apr. 20, 2024).

Accessed:
Apr. 20, 2024

§ 33.001’s source at texas​.gov