Code of Federal Regulations · Section
§ 18.301 — May A Tribe Create And Adopt A Single Heir Rule Without Adopting A Tribal Probate Code?
25 C.F.R. § 18.301
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Yes. A tribe may create and adopt a single heir rule for intestate succession. The single heir rule may specify a single recipient other than the one specified in 25 U.S.C. 2206(a)(2)(D).
Authorizing Statute
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Descent and distribution25 U.S.C. § 2206
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Records management by agency heads; general duties44 U.S.C. § 3101
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Departmental regulations5 U.S.C. § 301
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Duties of Commissioner25 U.S.C. § 2