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CCP 2851

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CCP 2851
CHAPTER 3. PROBATE AND REGISTRY OF TESTAMENTS
SECTION 1. PROCEDURE PRELIMINARY TO PROBATE
Art. 2851. Petition for probate
If the deceased is believed to have died testate, any person who considers that he has an interest in opening the succession may petition a court of competent jurisdiction for the probate and execution of the testament.
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