Intestate succession - general

Question 1

Statutory provision for intestacy?

Answer 1

SSA s36

Question 2

When does it happen? [3] [c]

Answer 2

• No will
• Will with gaps (partial)
• Artificial intestacy (Kerr, Petr)

Question 3

Order of priority [ss]

Answer 3

1) deduction
2) prior rights (ss8-9)
a. dwellinghouse (s8(1))
b. furniture & plenishings (s8(3))
c. cash right (s9)
3) legal rights
4) distribution of free estate
a. order of succession s2