When Does the Deceased's Property, in Intestacy, Escheat to the Government

question 51

Multiple Choice

When does the deceased's property, in intestacy, escheat to the government?

• A) when the deceased has no living relatives
• B) when the deceased leaves behind property that has an existing mortgage on it
• C) when the deceased has executed a living will prior to his or her illness or death
• D) when the deceased has no lineal descendants

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