Florida § 733.601 - Time of accrual of duties and powers.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 733.601 — Time of accrual of duties and powers., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 733.601. Time of accrual of duties and powers.
The duties and powers of a personal representative commence upon appointment. The powers of a personal representative relate back in time to give acts by the person appointed, occurring before appointment and beneficial to the estate, the same effect as those occurring after appointment. A personal representative may ratify and accept acts on behalf of the estate done by others when the acts would have been proper for a personal representative.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 733.601
What does Florida Statutes § 733.601 cover?
Section 733.601 ("Time of accrual of duties and powers.") 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 § 733.601?
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