Legal Definitions - inordinatus

Inordinatus is a Latin word that means disorderly or unordained. In legal terms, it refers to a person who has died without a valid will. This person is called an intestate.

• John passed away without leaving a will. He is considered inordinatus or intestate.
• When someone dies intestate, their property is distributed according to the laws of the state.
• If a person dies intestate, their spouse may be entitled to a portion of their estate.

These examples illustrate how inordinatus is used in legal contexts to describe someone who has died without a valid will. When a person dies intestate, their property and assets are distributed according to the laws of the state, which can be complicated and may not align with the person's wishes. It is important to have a valid will to ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes.