California § 9600 - The personal representative has the management and control of the estate and, in
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 9600 — The personal representative has the management and control of the estate and, in, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9600. The personal representative has the management and control of the estate and, in
(a) The personal representative has the management and control of the estate and, in managing and controlling the estate, shall use ordinary care and diligence. What constitutes ordinary care and diligence is determined by all the circumstances of the particular estate. (b) The personal representative: (1) Shall exercise a power to the extent that ordinary care and diligence require that the power be exercised. (2) Shall not exercise a power to the extent that ordinary care and diligence require that the power not be exercised.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 9600
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 9600 cover?
Section 9600 ("The personal representative has the management and control of the estate and, in") 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 § 9600?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 9600" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of California law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.
How does California § 9600 apply to my situation?
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