Florida § 732.301 - Pretermitted spouse.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 732.301 — Pretermitted spouse., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 732.301. Pretermitted spouse.
When a person marries after making a will and the spouse survives the testator, the surviving spouse shall receive a share in the estate of the testator equal in value to that which the surviving spouse would have received if the testator had died intestate, unless: (1) Provision has been made for, or waived by, the spouse by prenuptial or postnuptial agreement; (2) The spouse is provided for in the will; or (3) The will discloses an intention not to make provision for the spouse. The share of the estate that is assigned to the pretermitted spouse shall be obtained in accordance with s. 733.805.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 732.301
What does Florida Statutes § 732.301 cover?
Section 732.301 ("Pretermitted spouse.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 732.301?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 732.301 apply to my situation?
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