What happens to my estate if I die intestate?

If you die without a Will in Oklahoma (intestate), your estate will be divided as if you had made a Will. The estate will be split among your surviving family members according to Oklahoma’s intestacy laws. Generally, the surviving spouse, children, and grandchildren are given preference in the distribution process. If you don’t have a surviving spouse, children, or grandchildren, then the estate is passed to other relatives such as parents, siblings, nieces, and nephews. Intestate property is distributed in accordance with a fixed order of priority. If you have no surviving family members, then your estate will be given to the state. This means that the state gets everything you owned when you died, including your home, vehicles, bank accounts, and other assets. In some cases, the state may sell the assets and distribute the proceeds according to the laws of intestacy. It is important to note that if you die intestate, the court will be in charge of making decisions regarding your estate. This can lead to costly delays and costs, which you can avoid by having a valid Will. An estate planning lawyer can help you create a Will and ensure that your estate is handled according to your wishes.

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