Wyoming § 36-7-406 - Final proof by heirs; devise or descent of entry.
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§ 36-7-406. Final proof by heirs; devise or descent of entry.
In all cases where lands have been entered under the provisions of W.S. 36-7-403, and the entryman has died prior to the making of final proof of reclamation, settlement, and occupation, proof of reclamation may be made by an heir, and proof of settlement and occupation may be made by such person, or persons, or by an agent thereof, and patent when issued shall issue in the name of the heirs of the estate of such deceased entryman. Any such entry may be devised or shall descend as other real estate.
Source: official Wyoming text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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