Maryland § 15-523
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 15-523, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-523.
A trustee shall make the following disbursements from income to the extent that they are not disbursements to which § 15–503(c)(2) or (3) of this subtitle apply:
(1) One–half of the regular compensation of the trustee and any person providing investment advisory or custodial services to the trustee;
(2) One–half of all expenses for accountings, judicial proceedings, or other matters that involve both the income and remainder interests;
(3) All of the other ordinary expenses incurred in connection with the administration, management, or preservation of trust property and the distribution of income, including interest, ordinary repairs, regularly recurring taxes assessed against principal, and expenses of a proceeding or other matter that concerns primarily the income interest; and
(4) Recurring premiums on insurance covering the loss of a principal asset or the loss of income from or use of the asset.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 15-523
What does Maryland Code § 15-523 cover?
Section 15-523 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 § 15-523?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 15-523" (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 § 15-523 apply to my situation?
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