Utah § 2b-104 - Disposition upon death.
Full text of Utah Utah Code § 2b-104 — Disposition upon death., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2b-104. Disposition upon death.
Upon the death of a married person, 1/2 of the property to which this chapter applies is the property of the surviving spouse and is not subject to testamentary disposition by the decedent or distribution under the laws of succession of this state. One-half of that property is the property of the decedent and is subject to testamentary disposition or distribution under the laws of succession of this state. Property to which this chapter applies may not reduce, be subject to, or be used in calculating, the surviving spouse's elective share under this title.
Enacted by Chapter 132, 2012 General Session
Frequently Asked Questions About Utah § 2b-104
What does Utah Code § 2b-104 cover?
Section 2b-104 ("Disposition upon death.") is part of the Utah Code, the codified statutory law of Utah. 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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