Spouse's rights
Known as the Probate, Estates and Fiduciaries Code
The act spans §§ 20–20 (744 sections).
(Apr. 18, 1978, P.L.42, No.23, eff. 60 days)
(a) Widow.--The share of the estate to which a widow is entitled under this title shall be in lieu and full satisfaction of her dower at common law.
(b) Surviving husband.--The share of the estate to which a surviving husband is entitled under this title shall be in lieu and full satisfaction of his curtesy at common law.
Official source: Pennsylvania General Assembly. Reproduced from public-domain Pennsylvania statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.