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Depends on the state. In New York, second cousins do not take anything via intestacy (this is assuming that you are using the term "second cousin" correctly). In NY if a second cousin is the closest living relative to the decedent, then then entire estate escheats to the State.

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Q: Will the state take half of an estate if there was no will and a second cousin is the closest living relative?
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