New Jersey § 3a:4-8
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 3a:4-8, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3a:4-8.
If a person shall die intestate as to all of his estate, any real or personal property
which in his life-time he gave to a person entitled under this chapter to the property
whereof a decedent died intestate shall be treated as an advancement against that
person's share of the estate only if so declared in a contemporaneous writing by the
decedent or acknowledged in writing as such by the recipient. The property advanced shall be valued as of the time the recipient came into possession
or enjoyment of the property or as of the time of the death of the decedent, whichever
occurs first. If the recipient fails to survive the decedent the value of the property shall not
be taken into account in computing the intestate share to be received by his issue
unless the declaration or acknowledgment provides otherwise.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 3a:4-8
What does New Jersey Statutes § 3a:4-8 cover?
Section 3a:4-8 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 § 3a:4-8?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 3a:4-8" (New Jersey). 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 New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 3a:4-8 apply to my situation?
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