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Escheat occurs when a property owner dies without a will or heirs. In that case, the property transfers to whom?

Correct Answer

B) The state of Idaho, by operation of law

Escheat is the legal process by which property reverts to the state when the owner dies intestate (without a will) and no legal heirs can be identified. In Idaho, escheated property transfers to the state by operation of law under Idaho Code § 14-501 et seq. This ensures that property is never left without an owner.

Answer Options
A
The county, which sells the property at public auction
B
The state of Idaho, by operation of law
C
A government agency, which condemns and repurposes the property
D
The local taxing authority, to satisfy unpaid property taxes

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Related Topics:

eminent domainintestate successioninvoluntary alienationgovernmental powers (PETE)Idaho Unclaimed Property Act

Key Terms:

escheatintestatestate of Idahooperation of lawinvoluntary transfer
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