Maryland § 14-620
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 14-620, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-620.
(a) The decanting power may be exercised for a trust established under § 14.5–407 of this article to the same extent that the decanting power could be exercised if each animal benefitting from the trust were a person.
(b) Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, in an exercise of the decanting power under this section, the second trust must provide that trust property may be applied only to its intended purpose for the period the first trust benefitted the animal.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 14-620
What does Maryland Code § 14-620 cover?
Section 14-620 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 § 14-620?
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