New York § 1002 - 1002Action barred by assignment of dower
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 1002 — 1002Action barred by assignment of dower, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1002. 1002Action barred by assignment of dower
§ 1002. Action barred by assignment of dower. The acceptance by a widow of an assignment of dower in satisfaction of her claim upon the property in question bars an action for dower and may be pleaded by any defendant.
Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 1002
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 1002 cover?
Section 1002 ("1002Action barred by assignment of dower") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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