What Happens in an Estate When Someone Dies Without a Will?

If a resident of Florida passes away without a will, then they are said to have an intestate estate. Since there is no will, the Florida Probate Code determines who will receive the assets of the deceased’s estate through probate, as well as who will be given priority in appointment as the personal representative, instead of the instructions laid out in the deceased’s will. This is outlined in Section 732.101 of the Florida Statutes.