For the purpose of inheritance to, through, and from any child, the effects and treatment of the parent-child relationship shall not depend upon whether or not the parents have been married.
[1975-’76 2nd ex.s. c 42 § 24; 1965 c 145 § 11.04.081. Formerly RCW 11.04.080 and 11.04.090.]

NOTES:

Effect of decree of adoption: RCW 26.33.260.
“Issue” includes all lawfully adopted children: RCW 11.02.005(11).
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