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Article 724 of the French Civil Code

The heirs designated by law are seized by operation of law of the property, rights and actions of the deceased.

The legatees and universal donees are seized under the conditions laid down in Title II of this book.

Failing them, the estate is acquired by the State, which must be sent into possession.

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Article 724

Les héritiers désignés par la loi sont saisis de plein droit des biens, droits et actions du défunt.

Les légataires et donataires universels sont saisis dans les conditions prévues au titre II du présent livre.

A leur défaut, la succession est acquise à l’Etat, qui doit se faire envoyer en possession.

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