California · Probate Code

PROB §11752: If personal property in the possession of a distributee is subject to possession by the distributee for life only, the personal representative shall demand an inventory of the property from the distri

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A personal representative may demand an inventory of personal property from a distributee when that property is limited to the distributee's lifetime possession only.

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If personal property in the possession of a distributee is subject to possession by the distributee for life only, the personal representative shall demand an inventory of the property from the distributee. On receipt, the personal representative shall file the inventory with the court and deliver a copy to any distributee of the remainder.

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