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Under Ohio's probate code, what happens to a designation naming a former spouse as beneficiary of an individual life insurance policy after divorce, absent contrary policy or court language?

The designation is automatically revoked by operation of law
BThe designation remains fully in effect
CThe designation converts to a 50% share with contingent beneficiaries
DThe designation must be re-confirmed in writing within 90 days

Why this is the answer

R.C. 5815.33 automatically revokes a revocable beneficiary designation of a former spouse upon divorce, dissolution, or annulment, unless the policy, court order, or contract expressly provides otherwise.

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