Idaho § 14-119 - Effect of discovery of heir
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 14-119 — Effect of discovery of heir, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-119. Effect of discovery of heir
In event any heir of a decedent shall be discovered prior to distribution of any estate probated as herein provided, nothing herein contained shall operate to invalidate any probate proceedings had prior to appearance of such heir in the probate proceeding, nor to prevent the completion of such probate proceedings by either public or private administration, as may be ordered by the court.
[14-119, added 1945, ch. 113, sec. 3, p. 175; am. 1971, ch. 111, secs. 6, 22, p. 233.]
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 14-119
What does Idaho Statutes § 14-119 cover?
Section 14-119 ("Effect of discovery of heir") is part of the Idaho Statutes, the codified statutory law of Idaho. 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 Idaho § 14-119?
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Is this the official text of Idaho law?
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How does Idaho § 14-119 apply to my situation?
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