Ohio § 2106.04
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2106.04, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2106.04.
If the surviving spouse dies before probate of the will, or, having survived the probate,
thereafter either fails to make the election provided by section 2106.01 of the Revised Code or dies without having made an election within the times described in division (E)
of that section, the surviving spouse shall be conclusively presumed to have elected
to take under the will, and the surviving spouse and the heirs, devisees, and legatees
of the surviving spouse, and those claiming through or under them, shall be bound
by the conclusive presumption, and persons may deal with the property of the decedent
accordingly; provided that, if applicable, the provisions of sections 2105.31 to 2105.39 of the Revised Code shall prevail over the provisions relating to the right of election of a surviving
spouse.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2106.04
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2106.04 cover?
Section 2106.04 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. 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 Ohio § 2106.04?
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