§ 42-1008Title 42
Construction of power to devise inheritance given to tenant with limited estate.
Where a general and beneficial power to devise the inheritance shall be given to a tenant for life or for years, such tenant shall be deemed to possess an absolute power of disposition, within the meaning and subject to the provisions of §§ 42-1005 to 42-1007.
Annotations
Mar. 3, 1901, 31 Stat. 1353, ch. 854, § 1044 1973 Ed., § 45-1008. 1981 Ed., § 45-108.
Sourced from the DC Council Open Law Library (public domain).
This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.