California · Probate Code

PROB §11462: Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, if the court determines that all interested persons agree to the manner of providing for a debt that is contingent, disputed, or not due and that t

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This statute allows a court to approve a mutually agreed method for handling a debt that is uncertain, contested, or not yet payable when all interested parties consent.

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Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, if the court determines that all interested persons agree to the manner of providing for a debt that is contingent, disputed, or not due and that the agreement reasonably protects all interested persons and will not extend administration of the estate unreasonably, the court shall approve the agreement.

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