Delaware § 3213 - Exoneration of agent.
Full text of Delaware Delaware Code § 3213 — Exoneration of agent., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3213. Exoneration of agent.
A provision in a personal power of attorney relieving an agent of liability for breach of duty is binding on the principal and the principal’s successors in interest except to the extent the provision:
(1) Relieves the agent of liability for breach of duty committed in bad faith or with reckless indifference to the purposes of the personal power of attorney or the best interest of the principal; or
(2) Was inserted as a result of undue influence upon the principal.
83 Del. Laws, c. 149, § 1;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 3213
What does Delaware Code § 3213 cover?
Section 3213 ("Exoneration of agent.") 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.
How do I cite Delaware § 3213?
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