Pennsylvania § 7731 - Creation of trust - UTC 401.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 7731 — Creation of trust - UTC 401., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7731. Creation of trust - UTC 401.
A trust may be created by:
(1) transfer of property under a written instrument to another person as trustee during the settlor's lifetime or by will or other written disposition taking effect upon the settlor's death;
(2) written declaration, signed by or on behalf and at the direction of the owner of property as required by section 7732 (relating to requirements for creation - UTC 402), that the owner holds identifiable property as trustee; or
(3) written exercise of a power of appointment in favor of a trustee.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 7731
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 7731 cover?
Section 7731 ("Creation of trust - UTC 401.") 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.
How do I cite Pennsylvania § 7731?
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