N.Y. Real Property Actions & Proceedings Law Section 551
Right of person to possession not affected by descent cast


The right of a person to the possession of real property is not impaired or affected by a descent being cast in consequence of the death of a person in possession of the property.

Source: Section 551 — Right of person to possession not affected by descent cast, (updated Sep. 22, 2014; accessed Mar. 9, 2025).

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Mar. 9, 2025

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Sep. 22, 2014

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