The passing of title to the state because of the lack of heirs is called:
A) escheat
B) eminent domain
C) police power
D) condemnation

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Escheat is the passing of title to the state because there are no heirs or other recognized claimants. Eminent domain is the right of a government to take private property for public use after paying just compensation to the owner. Police power is the government's power to regulate for the health, safety, and welfare of its citizens. Condemnation is the taking of private property by the government for public use through eminent domain.

The Passing of Title to the State Because of the Lack