Does an intestate estate ever go to the government?

Yes, an intestate estate can go to the government in Minnesota. Under the state’s intestate succession law, if the deceased had no living relatives, or if their living relatives are unable to be found, the state of Minnesota will inherit the estate. The law states that the estate will be distributed to the state, however, the estate is limited to any property that is not otherwise disposed of by the deceased. If the deceased had created a will, the property will be distributed according to the will’s orders and the intestate succession law will not apply. The state will attempt to locate the heirs of the deceased, and if none are able to be identified or located, the property will go to the state’s general fund, unless the property in question is real estate, in which case it will be sold to the highest bidder. The proceeds from any sale will then be distributed according to the intestate succession law and go towards paying off any creditors of the estate. It is important to note that even if an intestate estate goes to the government, the heirs of the deceased can still claim their rightful inheritance of the estate if they are able to provide documented proof of their relationship to the deceased. This is why it is so important to create a will or other estate planning documents, as it ensures that your property will go to the people you wish to receive it after your passing.

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