The Uniform Probate Code has been adopted, at least in part, by 18 states.
Locators are also available for the Uniform Commercial Code , Uniform Code of Evidence , and uniform laws in the areas of: matrimonial and family law and business and finance . If you are unclear about what Uniform Laws are see the LII " Uniform Laws " page.
The National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws
A Typical State (Montana Code Annotated ยงยง 72-1-101 to 72-6-311)
- Article I - General Provisions, Definitions and Probate Jurisdiction of Court
- Article II - Intestate Succession and Wills
- Article III - Probate of Wills and Administration
- Article IV - Foreign Personal Representatives; Ancillary Administration
- Article V - Protection of Persons Under Disability and Their Property
- Article VI - Non-Probate Transfers
- Article VIII - Effective Date and Repealer
The following states have adopted the Uniform Probate Code in its entirety (in some cases with significant modifications)
State Codes
The Uniform Law Commission has published a state-by-state locator for the Uniform Probate Code.