Florida § 733.811 - Distribution; right or title of distributee.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 733.811 — Distribution; right or title of distributee., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 733.811. Distribution; right or title of distributee.
If a distributee receives from a fiduciary an instrument transferring assets in kind, payment in distribution, or possession of specific property, the distributee has succeeded to the estate’s interest in the assets as against all persons interested in the estate. However, the fiduciary may recover the assets or their value if the distribution was improper.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 733.811
What does Florida Statutes § 733.811 cover?
Section 733.811 ("Distribution; right or title of distributee.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. 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 Florida § 733.811?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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