Uniform Probate Code


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.