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In most jurisdictions in the United States a minor child cannot be disinherited. In most states a surviving spouse cannot be disinherited.

Adult children can be disinherited by will. In some states an adult child must be disinherited by specifically mentioning them in the will. The testator must mention that the failure to leave that child a bequest was intentional. Otherwise, the child can claim an intestate share of the estate. In some states it isn't necessary to mention an adult child at all. You must check the laws in your jurisdiction.

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Any reason the parent wishes, except if the child is a minor. However, you need to check the laws in your jurisdiction. Some require that the disinherited person be so named in the Will or the court may find they were simply forgotten and are due a share of the estate.

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There are a number of reasons:

1. Hate and lack of respect

2. Refusal to obey their house rules

3. Not caring about consequences for bad behavior

4. Smoking, drinking, drugs, and premarital sex

5. Refusal to follow in their footsteps

6. Disapproval of a marriage

7. Pregnancy without marriage

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