Whenever property passes by the laws of intestate succession, or under a will to a beneficiary not named in such will, proceedings may be had in the probate court to determine the persons entitled to such property.

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Terms Used In Ohio Code 2123.01

  • Beneficiary: A person who is entitled to receive the benefits or proceeds of a will, trust, insurance policy, retirement plan, annuity, or other contract. Source: OCC
  • Intestate: Dying without leaving a will.
  • Probate: Proving a will
  • Property: means real and personal property. See Ohio Code 1.59