What is the statute of limitations for wrongful death in Texas?

2 years from the date the cause of action accrues. Authority: Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003(b).

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Statute of limitations for wrongful death in Texas

Texas wrongful-death claims generally must be filed within two years after the injured person's death. The statute is separate from the personal-injury accrual date, but related survival or estate claims can have their own timing issues.

SoL period

2 years

From the date the cause of action accrues

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Filing deadline

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Where this rule comes from

Statute

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003(b)

"A person must bring suit not later than two years after the death of the injured person."

Read the full statute Last verified May 7, 2026 by Juryvine Editorial

Frequently asked

What is the statute of limitations for wrongful death in Texas?: 2 years from the date the cause of action accrues. Authority: Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003(b).

Wrongful Death statute by state

California 2 years Florida 2 years Illinois 2 years New York 2 years Pennsylvania 2 years

Other Texas statutes of limitations

Personal Injury 2 years Medical Malpractice 2 years Breach of Written Contract 4 years Breach of Oral Contract 4 years Fraud 4 years Civil Rights — 42 U.S.C. § 1983 2 years Premises Liability 2 years Product Liability 2 years

Not legal advice. Statutes of limitations are governed by complex doctrine with many exceptions. Use this page as a starting point and verify with an attorney before relying on any deadline. Juryvine is not a law firm and does not represent clients.