Estates of Deceased Persons (Forfeiture Rule and Law of Succession) Act 2011 Explanatory Notes

1. Introduction

2. Summary of Reforms and Background

3. Territorial Extent and Application

4. Commentary on Sections

   1. Section 1 – Disclaimer or forfeiture on intestacy

   2. Section 2 – Disclaimer or forfeiture of a gift under a will

   3. Section 3 – Death of a single parent under 18

   4. Section 4 – Short title, commencement, application and extent

5. Commencement

6. Hansard References