4-1.1 – Descent and Distribution of a Decedent’s Estate

§ 4-1.1 Descent and distribution of a decedent’s estate The property of a decedent not disposed of by will shall be distributed as provided in this section. In computing said distribution, debts, administration expenses and reasonable funeral expenses shall be deducted but all estate taxes shall be disregarded, except that nothing contained herein relieves a […]

4-1.6 – Disqualification of Joint Tenant in Certain Instances

§ 4-1.6 Disqualification of joint tenant in certain instances Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, a joint tenant convicted of murder in the second degree as defined in section 125.25 of the penal law or murder in the first degree as defined in section 125.27 of the penal law of another joint […]