California · Probate Code

PROB §16382: This chapter applies to a trust or estate existing or created on or after the effective date of this chapter, except as otherwise expressly provided in the terms of the trust or this chapter.

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This chapter governs trusts and estates created on or after its effective date, unless the trust terms or chapter specify otherwise.

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This chapter applies to a trust or estate existing or created on or after the effective date of this chapter, except as otherwise expressly provided in the terms of the trust or this chapter.

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