Maryland § 14-619
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 14-619, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-619.
(a) If an exercise of the decanting power violates the provisions of this subtitle solely because a second trust instrument in part does not comply with the requirements of this subtitle, the exercise is effective.
(b) If an exercise of the decanting power is effective notwithstanding a failure to meet any requirement of this subtitle in accordance with subsection (a) of this section, with respect to the principal of the second trust attributable to the exercise of the power:
(1) Any provision in the second trust instrument prohibited by this subtitle is void to the extent necessary to comply with this subtitle; and
(2) The second trust instrument shall be treated as containing any provision which is required by this subtitle but not included in the instrument.
(c) If a trustee or other fiduciary of a second trust determines that an exercise of the decanting power is effective notwithstanding a failure to meet any requirement of this subtitle under subsection (a) of this section, that fiduciary shall take corrective action.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 14-619
What does Maryland Code § 14-619 cover?
Section 14-619 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.
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