A decedent (pronounced da-See-dunt) is a deceased person. This term is commonly used to refer to a deceased person in the law of wills, trusts, and estates.
In Nevada, the term 'decedent' refers to an individual who has passed away. In the context of wills, trusts, and estates law, the decedent is the person whose estate is being managed or distributed after their death. Nevada law, particularly the Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS), contains provisions that govern the handling of a decedent's estate. This includes the process of probate, which is the court-supervised procedure of authenticating a last will and testament if the decedent had one, or overseeing the distribution of the decedent's assets according to state intestacy laws if there is no will. The NRS also outlines the rights of heirs and beneficiaries, the duties of executors and administrators, and the procedures for establishing and administering trusts. It is important for those dealing with a decedent's estate to consult with an attorney to ensure compliance with Nevada's estate laws and proper administration of the estate.