California · Probate Code
PROB §11622: (a) If the court orders distribution before four months have elapsed after letters are first issued to a general personal representative, the court shall require a bond.
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(a) If the court orders distribution before four months have elapsed after letters are first issued to a general personal representative, the court shall require a bond. The bond shall be in the amount of the distribution. (b) If the court orders distribution after four months have elapsed after letters are first issued to a general personal representative, the court may require a bond. The bond shall be in the amount the court orders. (c) Any bond required by the court shall be given by the distributee and filed with the court. The bond shall be conditioned on payment of the distributee’s proper share of the debts of the estate, not exceeding the amount distributed.
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