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11.04.085 - Inheritance by adopted child.

Inheritance by adopted child.

A lawfully adopted child shall not be considered an "heir" of his or her natural parents for purposes of this title.

[2010 c 8 § 2004; 1965 c 145 § 11.04.085.]

Notes:Effect of decree of adoption: RCW 26.33.260.

"Issue" includes lawfully adopted children: RCW 11.02.005(4).