§ 33-25-3. Life estate precedence.
The life estates provided in this chapter shall take effect notwithstanding any provisions of the will of the decedent, except as provided in § 33-25-4, and shall take precedence over any claims of creditors of the decedent or decedent’s estate, except claims secured by lien or any form of encumbrance on the real estate.
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.