Which court would handle probate matters in Texas?

• A. District court
• B. Probate court
• C. Family court
• D. Municipal court

Answer: (B)

Probate matters in Texas are handled by the probate court, which has specialized jurisdiction over wills, estates, guardianships, and conservatorships. This court validates wills, appoints executors or administrators, and oversees estate administration and related guardianships. District courts cover a broad range of civil and criminal cases, municipal courts deal with city ordinance issues, and family courts handle domestic-relations matters in some counties. They do not focus on probate. Some counties may use a district or county court with probate authority if there isn’t a separate probate court, but the standard forum for probate is the probate court.