Továbböröklés

Továbböröklés is a Hungarian term that translates directly to "inheritance" or "succession" in English. It refers to the legal and social process by which property, rights, and obligations are transferred from a deceased person to their heirs. This transfer can occur either through a will (testamentary succession) or by operation of law (intestate succession) if no will exists.

In testamentary succession, the deceased person, known as the testator, outlines their wishes for the distribution of their assets in a legally binding document called a testament or will. This allows individuals to designate specific beneficiaries and dictate how their property should be divided.

Intestate succession applies when a person dies without a valid will. In such cases, the law dictates the order of inheritance, typically prioritizing close family members such as a spouse, children, parents, and siblings. The specific order and proportions are defined by the relevant legal jurisdiction's inheritance laws.

The process of továbböröklés involves identifying the heirs, determining the assets and liabilities of the deceased's estate, and then legally transferring ownership of these assets to the rightful inheritors. This can involve legal procedures such as probate, valuation of assets, and settlement of debts before the final distribution can take place. The concept ensures that a person's affairs are settled after their death and their property is passed on according to their intentions or legal regulations.