Oklahoma § 84-177 - Death of devisee or legatee causes failure
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 84-177 — Death of devisee or legatee causes failure, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 84-177. Death of devisee or legatee causes failure
If a devisee or legatee dies during the lifetime of the
testator, the testamentary disposition to him fails, unless an
intention appears to substitute some other in his place, except as
provided in Section 8922. R.L. 1901, Sec. 8407.
R.L.1910, § 8407. R.L.1910, § 8407.
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 84. Wills and Succession
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 84-177
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 84-177 cover?
Section 84-177 ("Death of devisee or legatee causes failure") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. 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 Oklahoma § 84-177?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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