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I'm not sure whether to accept or refuse an inheritance

You can accept with the benefit of inventory so your own assets are not liable for the debts; refusing must be done before a notary.

It is your decision

Accepting or refusing is voluntary and free.

«La aceptación y repudiación de la herencia son actos enteramente voluntarios y libres.»

How to refuse

Before a notary, in a public deed.

«La repudiación de la herencia deberá hacerse ante Notario en instrumento público.»

To avoid risk

You can accept with the benefit of inventory or ask for an inventory before deciding.

«Todo heredero puede aceptar la herencia a beneficio de inventario, aunque el testador se lo haya prohibido.»

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