Property Ownership

In Idaho, what is 'intestate succession' and how does it affect real property?

ASuccession that occurs when someone dies with a will
BThe laws governing how property passes when someone dies without a valid will; Idaho's laws determine which heirs inherit the deceased's real and personal property✓ Correct
CA succession of property managers
DThe process of recording a property transfer at the county

Explanation

Intestate succession governs property distribution when a person dies without a will. Idaho's intestate succession laws (Idaho Code §15-2-101 et seq.) specify the order of inheritance: surviving spouse's share, children, parents, siblings, etc. Community property in Idaho passes to the surviving spouse; separate property follows the intestate succession order.

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