California · Probate Code

PROB §651: Subject to the limitations imposed by the creating instrument, the powerholder of a special power may make any of the types of appointment permissible for the powerholder of a general power under Sect

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A person holding a special power of appointment may make appointments within the types allowed for general powers, subject to the creating instrument's limits.

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Subject to the limitations imposed by the creating instrument, the powerholder of a special power may make any of the types of appointment permissible for the powerholder of a general power under Section 650.

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