Maine § 4116. - Appointment of personal representative on probate delay
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 4116. — Appointment of personal representative on probate delay, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4116.. Appointment of personal representative on probate delay
If, upon the death of a person leaving an estate that may be liable to pay tax under this chapter, a will is not offered for probate or an application for administration is not made within 6 months after the date of death or if the personal representative does not qualify within that period, the Probate Court, upon application by the assessor, may appoint a personal representative. Nothing may prevent the assessor from petitioning for appointment within 6 months after the date of death, if in the opinion of the assessor that action is necessary. [PL 2011, c. 380, Pt. M, §9 (NEW).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 4116.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 4116. cover?
Section 4116. ("Appointment of personal representative on probate delay") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. 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 Maine § 4116.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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