Which Laws Address the Passage of Property to Heirs When

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which laws address the passage of property to heirs when someone dies without a will?

• A) ademption
• B) collateral
• C) probate
• D) intestacy
• E) estray

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Definitions:

Socioeconomic

Relating to or concerned with the interaction between social and economic factors.

Trespass to Land

An unlawful intrusion or occupation of someone's property without permission, which can result in civil legal action.

Trespass to Personal Property

The unlawful taking or harming of another’s personal property; interference with another’s right to the exclusive possession of his or her personal property.

Conversion

The act of wrongfully taking or retaining a person’s personal property and placing it in the service of another.