Pennsylvania § 8805 - Tenancies by the entirety.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 8805 — Tenancies by the entirety., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8805. Tenancies by the entirety.
One-half of any property held by the slayer or elder abuser and the decedent or victim as tenants by the entirety shall pass upon the death of the decedent or victim to his estate, and the other half shall be held by the slayer or elder abuser during his life, subject to pass upon his death to the estate of the decedent or victim.
(July 1, 2024, P.L.444, No.40, eff. 180 days)
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 8805
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 8805 cover?
Section 8805 ("Tenancies by the entirety.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania § 8805?
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