Property Ownership
In Louisiana, when a spouse dies without a will (intestate), their half of the community property typically passes to:
AThe surviving spouse outright
BThe surviving spouse with usufruct for life, with naked ownership going to the forced heirs (children)✓ Correct
CThe state of Louisiana
DThe deceased's parents
Explanation
Under Louisiana intestate succession, a deceased spouse's half of the community property typically passes with the surviving spouse receiving a usufruct (right to use) for life and the forced heirs (children) receiving naked ownership. This protects both the surviving spouse and children.
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