§ 33-25-1. Dower and curtesy abolished.
The right of a widow to common law and/or statutory dower in the estate of her husband and the right of a husband to common law and/or statutory curtesy in the estate of his wife are hereby abolished.
History of Section.P.L. 1978, ch. 26, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 33 - Probate Practice and Procedure
Chapter 33-25 - Dower and Curtesy
Section 33-25-1. - Dower and curtesy abolished.
Section 33-25-2. - Life estate to spouse.
Section 33-25-3. - Life estate precedence.
Section 33-25-4. - Election by surviving spouse — Recording of waiver and claim.
Section 33-25-5. - Payment of value of life estate in lieu thereof.