| 词条 | Stranger in blood |
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In the law of United States and the Commonwealth, a stranger in blood is someone mentioned in a will (such as a beneficiary) who is not related by blood to the testator.[1] It is therefore the opposite of next of kin. Notable instancesSuspected serial killer John Bodkin Adams was identified as a 'stranger in blood' in the wills of 132 of his patients.[1] HeraldryIn heraldry, being a stranger in blood - through adoption for example - is indicated via a 'canton voided'.[2] References1. ^1 Cullen, Pamela V., "A Stranger in Blood: The Case Files on Dr John Bodkin Adams", London, Elliott & Thompson, 2006, {{ISBN|1-904027-19-9}} {{DEFAULTSORT:Stranger In Blood}}2. ^http://www.dun.org.uk/STIRLING/armsdata.html 1 : Legal terminology |
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