Full question:
Father passed 15 yrs ago. Aunt tried to take over place said gather never paid the deed is in father's name still to this day and she just deceased also. No will was left just family place. Who is it left to?
- Category: Wills and Estates
- Subcategory: Intestacy
- Date:
- State: Oklahoma
Answer:
If the property is solely in your father's name and he died without a will, it passes to his heirs according to state laws. Since your father did not have a will, the property will be distributed based on Oklahoma's intestate succession laws.
According to these laws, if your father had no surviving spouse, the estate would be divided among his children or other heirs. If the sister took possession of the property with the consent of the heirs, or if she did not successfully claim it through adverse possession, the heirs still retain ownership.
To clarify ownership and transfer the property into the heirs' names, you may need to open an estate or file an heirship affidavit. It's advisable to consult a local attorney for assistance with this process.
(Oklahoma Statutes Title 84, Section 213)
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