§ 33-5-9.1. Revocation of provision in will for divorced spouse.
The entry of a final judgment in the divorce of a person shall act as a revocation of all provisions for the benefit of the former spouse in a will made by the person prior to the divorce, unless it appears from the will that the will was made in contemplation of the divorce. All other provisions in the will shall take effect as though the former spouse had predeceased the person.
History of Section.P.L. 1986, ch. 175, § 2.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 33 - Probate Practice and Procedure
Chapter 33-5 - Execution and Revocation of Wills
Section 33-5-1. - Definitions.
Section 33-5-2. - Testamentary capacity — Property subject to will.
Section 33-5-4. - Nomination of guardian by will.
Section 33-5-5. - Execution of will — Acknowledgment and attestation.
Section 33-5-6. - Persons in military service — Sailors.
Section 33-5-7. - Wills conforming to laws of other states.
Section 33-5-8. - Conformation to law at time of execution.
Section 33-5-9. - Revocation of will by marriage.
Section 33-5-9.1. - Revocation of provision in will for divorced spouse.
Section 33-5-10. - Methods of revoking will.