New Jersey § 3b:5-15
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 3b:5-15, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3b:5-15.
a. If a testator's surviving spouse married the testator after the testator executed
the testator's will, or if a testator's domestic partner formed a domestic partnership with the testator
after the testator executed the testator's will, the surviving spouse or domestic partner is entitled to receive, as an intestate share, no less than the value of the share
of the estate the surviving spouse or domestic partner would have received if the testator had died intestate, unless: (1) it appears from the will or other evidence that the will was made in contemplation
of the testator's marriage to the surviving spouse or in contemplation of the testator's formation of a domestic partnership with the
domestic partner ; (2) the will expresses the intention that it is to be effective notwithstanding any
subsequent marriage or domestic partnership ; or (3) the testator provided for the spouse or domestic partner by transfer outside the will and the intent that the transfer be in lieu of a testamentary
provision is shown by the testator's statements or is reasonably inferred from the
amount of the transfer or other evidence. b. In satisfying the share provided by this section, devises made by the will to the
testator's surviving spouse or domestic partner , if any, are applied first, and other devises shall abate ratably and in proportion
to their respective interests therein. c. Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, this section shall
apply only to wills executed on or after September 1, 1978.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 3b:5-15
What does New Jersey Statutes § 3b:5-15 cover?
Section 3b:5-15 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. 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 New Jersey § 3b:5-15?
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How does New Jersey § 3b:5-15 apply to my situation?
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