New Mexico § 46-12-103 - Scope

Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 46-12-103 — Scope, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 46-12-103. Scope

A. Except as otherwise provided in Subsections B and C of this section, the Uniform

Trust Decanting Act applies to an express trust that is irrevocable or revocable by

the settlor only with the consent of the trustee or a person holding an adverse interest. B. The Uniform Trust Decanting Act does not apply to a trust held solely for charitable

purposes. C. Subject to Section 1-115 of the Uniform Trust Decanting Act, a trust instrument

may restrict or prohibit exercise of the decanting power. D. The Uniform Trust Decanting Act does not limit the power of a trustee, powerholder

or other person to distribute or appoint property in further trust or to modify a

trust under the trust instrument, New Mexico law other than the Uniform Trust Decanting

Act, common law, a court order or a nonjudicial-settlement agreement. E. The Uniform Trust Decanting Act does not affect the ability of a settlor to provide

in a trust instrument for the distribution of the trust property or appointment in

further trust of the trust property or for modification of the trust instrument.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 46-12-103

What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 46-12-103 cover?

Section 46-12-103 ("Scope") is part of the New Mexico Statutes Annotated, the codified statutory law of New Mexico. 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 New Mexico § 46-12-103?

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Is this the official text of New Mexico law?

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How does New Mexico § 46-12-103 apply to my situation?

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