§ 53-3-12 - (Pre-1998 Probate Code) Probate of will in common form -- When conclusive upon interested parties - Georgia Statutes

O.C.G.A. 53-3-12 (2010)
53-3-12. (Pre-1998 Probate Code) Probate of will in common form -- When conclusive upon interested parties

(a) With respect to a will probated before July 1, 1984, probate in common form shall become conclusive upon all parties in interest after the earlier of July 1, 1988, or the expiration of seven years from the time of probate, except upon minor heirs at law who require proof in solemn form and interpose a caveat within four years after arrival at the age of majority. In such cases, if the will is refused probate and record in solemn form, an intestacy shall be declared only as to the minor or minors and not as to others whose right to caveat is barred by lapse of time.

(b) With respect to a will probated on or after July 1, 1984, probate in common form shall become conclusive upon all parties in interest four years from the time of probate, except upon minor heirs at law who require proof in solemn form and interpose a caveat within four years after arrival at the age of majority. In such cases, if the will is refused probate and record in solemn form, an intestacy shall be declared only as to the minor or minors and not as to others whose right to caveat is barred by lapse of time.