Malaysia legislation
Section 26
Section 26
(1)
Where a will is made to a person who is not an heir within the limit of one-third of the testator’s net estate after the payment of all his debts, the will shall be given effect to without the consent of the heirs.
(2)
A will made to an heir in excess of one-third shall not given effect to unless the heirs consent to it after a testator’s death.
(3)
A will made by an indebted person shall take effect only to the extent of his remaining estate after the payment of all his debts.