Wisconsin § 853.31 - Presumption that will passes all of testator’s interest in property.
Full text of Wisconsin Wisconsin Statutes § 853.31 — Presumption that will passes all of testator’s interest in property., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 853.31. Presumption that will passes all of testator’s interest in property.
Any gift of property by will is presumed to pass all the estate or interest which the testator could lawfully will in the property unless it clearly appears by the will, interpreted in light of the surrounding circumstances, that the testator intended to pass a less estate or interest.
Source: official Wisconsin text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Wisconsin § 853.31
What does Wisconsin Statutes § 853.31 cover?
Section 853.31 ("Presumption that will passes all of testator’s interest in property.") is part of the Wisconsin Statutes, the codified statutory law of Wisconsin. 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 Wisconsin § 853.31?
A common citation format is "Wisconsin Statutes § 853.31" (Wisconsin). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Wisconsin law?
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How does Wisconsin § 853.31 apply to my situation?
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