Heirs

Heirs are those persons who are entitled to inherit the estate of the decedent under the "laws of intestate succession." This usually includes the surviving spouse, children, and, if any of them are deceased, their heirs. Heirs are always entitled to notice in probate proceedings, even if a will excludes them from inheriting, although they can decline notice by filing a written Waiver of Notice with the court. For information on priority among heirs, see Sections 45-2-102 to 45-2-108.