California § 12200 - The personal representative shall either petition for an order for final distribu
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 12200 — The personal representative shall either petition for an order for final distribu, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12200. The personal representative shall either petition for an order for final distribu
The personal representative shall either petition for an order for final distribution of the estate or make a report of status of administration not later than the following times: (a) In an estate for which a federal estate tax return is not required, within one year after the date of issuance of letters. (b) In an estate for which a federal estate tax return is required, within 18 months after the date of issuance of letters.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 12200
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 12200 cover?
Section 12200 ("The personal representative shall either petition for an order for final distribu") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 12200?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 12200 apply to my situation?
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