California · Probate Code

PROB §8464: If a person otherwise entitled to appointment as administrator is a person under the age of majority or a person for whom a guardian or conservator of the estate has been appointed, the court in its d

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When a person eligible to be appointed as an administrator is a minor or has a court-appointed estate guardian or conservator, the court has discretion in handling the appointment.

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If a person otherwise entitled to appointment as administrator is a person under the age of majority or a person for whom a guardian or conservator of the estate has been appointed, the court in its discretion may appoint the guardian or conservator or another person entitled to appointment.

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