D.C. Code § 18-105

Current through codified legislation effective September 4, 2024
Section 18-105 - Retention or demand of void devise or legacy by attesting witness prohibited

A person to whom a beneficial devise, legacy, estate, interest, gift, or power of appointment is given or made in a will or codicil, which is void under section 18-103, may not, in any manner or under any color or pretense whatsoever:

(1) demand or take possession of or receive any profits or benefit of or from the devise, legacy, estate, interest, gift, or power of appointment so given or made; or
(2) demand, receive, or accept from another person the beneficial devise, legacy, estate, interest, gift, or power of appointment or any satisfaction or compensation therefor.

D.C. Code § 18-105

Sept. 14, 1965, 79 Stat. 686, Pub. L. 89-183, § 1.