Maryland § 4-412
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 4-412, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-412.
(a) (1) A legacy may be made in form or substance to the trustee under the terms of a testamentary trust established under another will.
(2) The legacy is valid even if the testamentary trust or the will establishing the trust was not in existence when the will containing the legacy was executed, if:
(i) The will establishing the testamentary trust was executed, or was last modified with respect to the terms of the trust, prior to the death of the testator of the will containing the legacy;
(ii) The will establishing the testamentary trust is offered for probate prior to, or within 9 months after the death of the testator of the will containing the legacy; and
(iii) The will establishing the testamentary trust is admitted to probate.
(b) Unless the will otherwise provides:
(1) Property passing under the legacy passes from the personal representative directly to the trustee of the testamentary trust, becomes a part of the assets of the trust, and is not considered as held under a separate testamentary trust; and
(2) A termination of the trust in accordance with its terms, by its exhaustion, by operation of law, or otherwise, does not invalidate the legacy.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 4-412
What does Maryland Code § 4-412 cover?
Section 4-412 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 § 4-412?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 4-412 apply to my situation?
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