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Property that falls to the state for want of an heir or forfeiture is called

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Property that falls to the state for want of an heir or forfeiture is called
  1. escrow
  2. attach property
  3. escheat
  4. None of the given options is correct

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: C - escheat
Escheat is property that passes to the State when there is no heir (or by forfeiture). Escrow is a deposit held by a third party.

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