Asked by Quang Quách on May 09, 2024
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A stepchild will not ordinarily inherit under intestacy statutes unless legally adopted.
Intestacy Statutes
Laws that govern the distribution of a person's estate if they die without a valid will, determining how their assets are divided among surviving relatives.
Legally Adopted
Refers to the formal process by which an adult becomes the legal parent of someone who is not their biological child.
- Understand the concept and importance of a valid will and its components.
Verified Answer
NT
Nguyen Thi Lan Anh 002711May 14, 2024
Final Answer :
True
Explanation :
Intestacy statutes typically distribute a deceased person's estate to their biological or legally adopted children. Stepchildren do not automatically inherit under these laws unless they have been legally adopted by the deceased step-parent.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the concept and importance of a valid will and its components.