An individual 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 the individual to the larger share.
History: 1953 Comp., § 32A-2-113, enacted by Laws 1975, ch. 257, § 2-113; repealed and reenacted by Laws 1993, ch. 174, § 15.
Repeals and reenactments. — Laws 1993, ch. 174, § 15 repealed former 45-2-113 NMSA 1978, as enacted by Laws 1975, ch. 257, § 2-113, relating to the abolition of curtesy and dower, and enacted a new section, effective July 1, 1993.
Structure New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 45 - Uniform Probate Code
Article 2 - Intestate Succession and Wills
Subpart 1 - General Provisions
Section 45-2-101 - Intestate estate.
Section 45-2-102 - Share of the spouse.
Section 45-2-103 - Share of heirs other than surviving spouse.
Section 45-2-104 - Requirement of survival by one hundred twenty hours; individual in gestation.
Section 45-2-106 - Representation.
Section 45-2-107 - Kindred of half blood.
Section 45-2-109 - Advancements.
Section 45-2-110 - Debts to decedent.
Section 45-2-112 - Dower and curtesy abolished.
Section 45-2-113 - Individuals related to decedent through two lines.
Section 45-2-114 - Parent barred from inheriting in certain circumstances.