A. Except as otherwise provided by law, no person is barred from inheriting because such person or a person through whom he claims his inheritance is or has been an alien.
B. A person who is related to the decedent through two lines of relationship is entitled to only a single share based on the relationship that would entitle him to the larger share.
Code 1950, § 64-4; 1968, c. 656, § 64.1-4; 1978, c. 647, § 64.1-6.1; 2012, c. 614.
Structure Code of Virginia
Title 64.2 - Wills, Trusts, and Fiduciaries
Chapter 2 - Descent and Distribution
§ 64.2-200. Course of descents generally; right of Commonwealth if no other heir
§ 64.2-201. Distribution of personal estate; right of Commonwealth if no other distributee
§ 64.2-202. When persons take per capita and when per stirpes; collaterals of the half blood
§ 64.2-203. Inheritance rights of certain individuals
§ 64.2-205. Right of entry or action for land not affected by descent cast