California · Probate Code
PROB §16068: Any waiver by a settlor of the obligation of the trustee of either of the following is against public policy and shall be void: (a) To provide the terms of the trust to the beneficiary as required by
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A settlor cannot waive a trustee's obligation to disclose trust terms to beneficiaries. Any such waiver violates public policy and is void.
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Any waiver by a settlor of the obligation of the trustee of either of the following is against public policy and shall be void: (a) To provide the terms of the trust to the beneficiary as required by Sections 16060.7 and 16061.5. (b) To provide requested information to the beneficiary as required by Section 16061.
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