Property Ownership
When a fee simple defeasible estate in NC is violated, the property:
AAutomatically reverts to the grantor or remainderman✓ Correct
BIs sold at public auction
CBecomes public property
DRemains with the current owner regardless
Explanation
A fee simple defeasible (determinable or subject to condition subsequent) estate can be defeated and reverted to the original grantor if the specified condition is violated.
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