Florida § 744.517 - Proceedings for contempt.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 744.517 — Proceedings for contempt., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 744.517. Proceedings for contempt.
If a removed guardian of the property fails to file a true, complete, and final accounting of his or her guardianship; to turn over to his or her successor or to the ward all the property of his or her ward and copies of all records that are in his or her control and that concern the ward; or to pay over to the successor guardian of the property or to the ward all money due the ward by him or her, the court shall issue a show cause order. If cause is shown for the default, the court shall set a reasonable time within which to comply, and, on failure to comply with this or any subsequent order, the removed guardian may be held in contempt. Proceedings for contempt may be instituted by the court, by any interested person, including the ward, or by a successor guardian.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 744.517
What does Florida Statutes § 744.517 cover?
Section 744.517 ("Proceedings for contempt.") 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 § 744.517?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 744.517" (Florida). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 744.517 apply to my situation?
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