Florida § 736.1018 - Improper distribution or payment; liability of distributee.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 736.1018 — Improper distribution or payment; liability of distributee., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 736.1018. Improper distribution or payment; liability of distributee.
Any person who received a distribution or was paid improperly from a trust shall return the assets or funds received and the income from those assets or interest on the funds from the date of distribution or payment unless the distribution or payment cannot be questioned because of adjudication, estoppel, or limitations. If the person does not have the assets or funds, the value of the assets or funds at the date of disposition, income from the assets or funds, and gain received by the person from the assets or funds shall be returned.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 736.1018
What does Florida Statutes § 736.1018 cover?
Section 736.1018 ("Improper distribution or payment; liability 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 § 736.1018?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 736.1018 apply to my situation?
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