§ 33-3-11. Division of real estate devised in common.
Real estate held in common by devise may be divided, according to the respective rights of the parties entitled to such real estate, in the manner and form prescribed in this chapter for the division of intestate estates, and the like proceedings shall be had for effecting and confirming the same; provided, that the interest of surviving spouse shall be subject to distribution in accordance with §§ 33-25-1 — 33-25-6.
History of Section.C.P.A. 1905, § 951; G.L. 1909, ch. 316, § 19; G.L. 1923, ch. 367, § 19; G.L. 1938, ch. 567, § 19; G.L. 1956, § 33-3-11.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 33 - Probate Practice and Procedure
Chapter 33-3 - Division of Real Estate
Section 33-3-1. - Power of probate court — Application for division.
Section 33-3-2. - Time of proceeding — Notice.
Section 33-3-3. - Decree determining parties entitled — Appointment of commissioners.
Section 33-3-4. - Directions as to advancements.
Section 33-3-5. - Warrants to commissioners.
Section 33-3-6. - Division of property by commissioners.
Section 33-3-7. - Assignment of shares by lot or agreement.
Section 33-3-8. - Commissioners’ report.
Section 33-3-9. - Representation of infants and persons non compos mentis.
Section 33-3-10. - Real estate not disposed of by will.
Section 33-3-11. - Division of real estate devised in common.
Section 33-3-12. - Division of remainder in property.
Section 33-3-13. - Payment of expenses of division on appeal to superior court.