Guam § 203 - When Devises, Bequests and Legacies to Subscribing
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 203 — When Devises, Bequests and Legacies to Subscribing, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 203. When Devises, Bequests and Legacies to Subscribing
Witnesses are Valid; When They are Void.
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All beneficial devises, bequests and legacies to a subscribing
witness are void unless there are two (2) other and disinterested sub-
scribing witnesses to the will, except that if any such interested witness
would be entitled to any share of the estate of the testator in case the will
were not established, such interested witness shall take such proportion
of the devise or bequest made to him in the will as does not exceed the
share of the estate which would be distributed to him if the will were not
established.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 203
What does Guam Code Annotated § 203 cover?
Section 203 ("When Devises, Bequests and Legacies to Subscribing") is part of the Guam Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Guam. 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 Guam § 203?
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Is this the official text of Guam law?
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How does Guam § 203 apply to my situation?
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