Maryland § 6-304
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 6-304, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-304.
(a) The appointment of a personal representative shall be terminated by the personal representative’s death or a judicial determination of the personal representative’s disability.
(b) In either case, unless there is a surviving personal representative the personal representative of a deceased personal representative or the person appointed to protect the estate of a personal representative under legal disability shall:
(1) Have the duty to protect property belonging to the estate being administered by the deceased or disabled personal representative;
(2) Have the power to perform acts necessary for the protection of property;
(3) Immediately account for and deliver the property to a successor personal representative or special administrator; and
(4) Immediately apply to the court for the appointment of a special administrator or successor personal representative to carry on the administration of the estate that was being administered by the deceased or disabled personal representative.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 6-304
What does Maryland Code § 6-304 cover?
Section 6-304 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 § 6-304?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 6-304" (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 § 6-304 apply to my situation?
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