Michigan § 700.3959 - Subsequent administration.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 700.3959 — Subsequent administration., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 700.3959. Subsequent administration.
(1) The court may reopen an estate if either of the following applies:
(a) Estate property is discovered after an estate is settled and either the personal representative is discharged or 1 year has expired after a closing statement is filed.
(b) There is other good cause to reopen a previously administered estate, including an estate administratively closed, on petition of an interested person and notice as the court directs.
(2) The court may appoint the same or a successor personal representative to administer the subsequently discovered estate. If a new appointment is made, unless the court orders otherwise, the provisions of this act apply as appropriate. A claim previously barred must not be asserted in the subsequent administration.
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 700.3959
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 700.3959 cover?
Section 700.3959 ("Subsequent administration.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. 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 Michigan § 700.3959?
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