In Re Estate of Shields

Rees, J.:

This is an action for determination of the distribution of the property of Robert Dean Shields, who died intestate of gunshot wounds inflicted by his wife, Victoria Ann Shields, on December 6, 1974. Victoria has been convicted of feloniously killing Robert. The two children of the couple claim that by reason of K.S.A. 59-513 Victoria has no interest in any property in which Robert had an interest. Victoria appeals from the district court ruling upholding the claim of the children.

Victoria claims she is the owner of one-half the real and personal property owned by her and Robert as…