New Jersey § 3a:6-47
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 3a:6-47, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3a:6-47.
A vacancy in a guardianship shall be deemed to arise when a sole or sole surviving
or remaining guardian dies or is removed or discharged after entering upon but before
completing the duties of his office. The court granting such guardian letters or the court removing or discharging him
or in the case of a guardian of an infant, where letters were granted by the surrogate's
court or county court of any county, then the surrogate's court or county court of
the county shall have jurisdiction to fill the vacancy by the appointment of a substituted
guardian.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 3a:6-47
What does New Jersey Statutes § 3a:6-47 cover?
Section 3a:6-47 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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