California · Probate Code

PROB §11641: When an order settling a final account and for final distribution is entered, the personal representative may immediately distribute the property in the estate to the persons entitled to distribution,

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This statute permits a personal representative to distribute estate property to entitled recipients once a court enters a final accounting and distribution order.

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When an order settling a final account and for final distribution is entered, the personal representative may immediately distribute the property in the estate to the persons entitled to distribution, without further notice or proceedings.

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