Maryland § 14.5-901
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 14.5-901, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14.5-901.
(a) (1) A violation by a trustee of a duty the trustee owes to a beneficiary is a breach of trust.
(2) A breach of trust under this subsection may occur by reason of an action or by reason of a failure to act.
(b) To remedy a breach of trust by the trustee that has occurred or may occur, the court may:
(1) Compel the trustee to perform the duties of the trustee;
(2) Enjoin the trustee from committing a breach of trust;
(3) Compel the trustee to redress a breach of trust by paying money, restoring property, or other means;
(4) Order a trustee to account;
(5) Appoint a special fiduciary to take possession of the trust property and administer the trust;
(6) Suspend the trustee;
(7) Remove the trustee as provided in § 14.5–706 of this title;
(8) Reduce or deny compensation to the trustee;
(9) Subject to § 14.5–909 of this subtitle, void an act of the trustee, impose a lien or a constructive trust on trust property, or trace trust property wrongfully disposed of and recover the property or proceeds from the property; or
(10) Order other appropriate relief.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 14.5-901
What does Maryland Code § 14.5-901 cover?
Section 14.5-901 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. 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 Maryland § 14.5-901?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 14.5-901" (Maryland). 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 Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 14.5-901 apply to my situation?
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