Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of valid consent in Texas contracts?

Valid consent in Texas contracts must be informed, voluntary, and given by a person with legal capacity. While contracts can certainly be written, there is no strict requirement in Texas law that all valid contracts must be in writing to be enforceable, with some exceptions for certain types of contracts under the Statute of Frauds.

Informed consent means that all parties understand the terms and implications of the contract. Voluntary consent indicates that all parties agree to the terms freely, without coercion or undue influence. Finally, consent must be given by individuals who have the legal capacity to enter a contract, typically meaning they are of legal age and mentally competent.

While it may often be advisable to have contracts documented in writing for clarity and enforcement purposes, the lack of a written form does not intrinsically invalidate the consent or the contract, provided that all other conditions of valid consent are satisfied.