Pennsylvania § 5313 - Powers of custodian.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5313 — Powers of custodian., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5313. Powers of custodian.
(a) General rule.--A custodian, acting in a custodial capacity, has all the rights, powers and authority over custodial property that unmarried adult owners have over their own property, but a custodian may exercise those rights, powers and authority in that capacity only.
(b) Liability for breach of standard of care.--This section does not relieve a custodian from liability for breach of section 5312 (relating to care of custodial property).
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 5313
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5313 cover?
Section 5313 ("Powers of custodian.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. 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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