New Mexico § 45-3-816 - Final distribution to domiciliary representative
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 45-3-816 — Final distribution to domiciliary representative, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45-3-816. Final distribution to domiciliary representative
The estate of a nonresident decedent being administered by a personal representative
appointed in New Mexico shall, if there is a personal representative of the decedent's
domicile willing to receive it, be distributed to the domiciliary personal representative
for the benefit of the successors of the decedent unless: A. by virtue of the decedent's will, if any, and applicable choice of law rules, the
successors are identified pursuant to the local law of New Mexico without reference
to the local law of the decedent's domicile; B. the personal representative of New Mexico, after reasonable inquiry, is unaware
of existence or identity of a domiciliary personal representative; or C. the court orders otherwise in a proceeding for a closing order under Section 3-1001
or incident to the closing of a supervised administration.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 45-3-816
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 45-3-816 cover?
Section 45-3-816 ("Final distribution to domiciliary representative") 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 § 45-3-816?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 45-3-816" (New Mexico). 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 New Mexico law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Mexico official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Mexico attorney.
How does New Mexico § 45-3-816 apply to my situation?
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