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A South Dakota property owner dies without a will and without any known heirs. The property will:

Correct Answer

B) Escheat to the state of South Dakota

Escheat is the legal process by which property reverts to the state when the owner dies without a will (intestate) and without any identifiable heirs. This ensures that property does not remain ownerless.

Answer Options
A
Be sold at public auction
B
Escheat to the state of South Dakota
C
Be divided among neighboring property owners
D
Remain vacant indefinitely

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Related Topics:

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Key Terms:

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