Maryland § 9-204
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 9-204, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-204.
(a) On the death of a holder of jointly held property, a surviving holder may disclaim in whole or in part, the greater of:
(1) A fractional share of the property determined by dividing the number one by the number of joint holders alive immediately before the death of the holder to whose death the disclaimer relates; or
(2) All of the property except that part of the value of the entire interest attributable to the contribution furnished by the disclaimant.
(b) A disclaimer under subsection (a) of this section takes effect as of the death of the holder of jointly held property to whose death the disclaimer relates.
(c) An interest in jointly held property disclaimed by a surviving holder of the property passes as if the disclaimant predeceased the holder to whose death the disclaimer relates.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 9-204
What does Maryland Code § 9-204 cover?
Section 9-204 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 § 9-204?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 9-204 apply to my situation?
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