Maryland § 3-302
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 3-302, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-302.
(a) A child permitted to share in the estate of a decedent under § 3–301 of this subtitle shall receive from the personal representative an amount equal to the lesser of:
(1) The distribution which the child would have taken in the event of intestacy; or
(2) The value of all legacies to children of the testator and issue of deceased children divided by the total number of children of the testator who survive the testator and deceased children leaving issue who take under this subtitle, including the pretermitted child.
(b) The issue of a pretermitted child who did not survive the testator may take the amount by representation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 3-302
What does Maryland Code § 3-302 cover?
Section 3-302 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. 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 Maryland § 3-302?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 3-302" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.
How does Maryland § 3-302 apply to my situation?
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