Escheatment
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ɪsˈt͡ʃiːtmənt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Escheatment is a noun meaning (law) The process of transferring unclaimed or abandoned property to a state authority, especially when a person dies intestate.
Meaning
(law) The process of transferring unclaimed or abandoned property to a state authority, especially when a person dies intestate.
Word Forms
- escheatments
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include escheat, escheatage, bequest, ademption, ejectment, heir-at-law.
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