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Code · STATUTE-COMPILATIONS · Servicemembers Civil Relief Act · Sec. 508

Sec. 508. LAND RIGHTS OF SERVICEMEMBERS

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## SEC. 508 LAND RIGHTS OF SERVICEMEMBERS **[**[50 U.S.C. 3998](/us/usc/t50/s3998)**]** ###
(a)No Age Limitations Any servicemember under the age of 21 in military service shall be entitled to the same rights under the laws relating to lands owned or controlled by the United States, including mining and mineral leasing laws, as those servicemembers who are 21 years of age. ###
(b)Residency Requirement Any requirement related to the establishment of a residence within a limited time shall be suspended as to entry by a servicemember in military service or the spouse of such servicemember until 180 days after termination of or release from military service. ###
(c)Entry Applications Applications for entry may be verified before a person authorized to administer oaths under section 1044a of title 10, United States Code, or under the laws of the State where the land is situated.
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