Delaware § 1705 - Search for absentee.
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§ 1705. Search for absentee.
The Court of Chancery, on its own motion or upon the application of any party in interest, may appoint a Magistrate, investigator or appropriate agency to search for the presumed decedent in any manner which the Court shall deem appropriate, and the expenses of such search shall be paid out of the property of the absentee.
59 Del. Laws, c. 384, § 1; 84 Del. Laws, c. 101, § 9;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 1705
What does Delaware Code § 1705 cover?
Section 1705 ("Search for absentee.") is part of the Delaware Code, the codified statutory law of Delaware. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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