The Uniform Probate Code is a set of laws that governs inheritance in the United States. If you refer to part of the Uniform Probate Code in your legal brief, you must cite it so your readers will understand which law or laws you are referring to. Luckily, this is a simple process. Simply let your reader know you are referring to the Uniform Probate Code and list the section of the code to which you are referring.
Instructions
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List "Unif. Probate Code" as your source.
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List the section of the Uniform Probate Code that you are citing, preceded by the symbol for section. For example: § 2-804.
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Position your citation after the sentence in which you refer to the code. It should be placed within parentheses. For example: According to U.S. law, Mr. Smith is not liable because his marriage had been annulled. (Unif. Probate Code § 2-804.)