Vermont § 1853 - Administration
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 1853 — Administration, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1853. Administration
- (a) Administration of an estate under this chapter may be completed upon the court’s approval
of the executor’s or administrator’s affidavit of administration. Unless extended
by the court, the affidavit shall be filed not less than six months or more than one
year after the date of appointment of the executor or administrator. (b)(1) The affidavit of administration shall state that to the best of the knowledge and
belief of the executor or administrator: (A) there are no outstanding expenses of administration, or unpaid or unsatisfied debts,
obligations, or claims attributable to the decedent’s estate; and (B) no taxes are due to the State of Vermont, and tax clearance has been received from
the Department of Taxes. (2) If the executor or administrator fails to file the affidavit of administration within
the time prescribed by subsection (a) of this section, the executor or administrator
shall be in default. If he or she fails to file the affidavit or a request for additional
time within 15 days after receiving notice of default, the court may impose sanctions
it deems appropriate, including an order that waiver of administration is no longer
available. The court shall provide notice of the default to the executor or administrator
by first-class mail or other means allowed by the Rules of Probate Procedure. (Added 2017, No. 195 (Adj. Sess.), § 12.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 1853
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 1853 cover?
Section 1853 ("Administration") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. 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 Vermont § 1853?
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Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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How does Vermont § 1853 apply to my situation?
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