Vermont § 4016 - Judicial relief
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 4016 — Judicial relief, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4016. Judicial relief
- (a) The following persons may petition a court to construe a power of attorney or review
the agent’s conduct and grant appropriate relief: (1) the principal or the agent; (2) a guardian or other fiduciary acting for the principal, including an executor or administrator
of the estate of a deceased principal; (3) a person authorized to make health-care decisions for the principal; (4) the principal’s spouse, parent, or descendant; (5) an individual who would qualify as an heir of the principal under the laws of intestacy; (6) a person named as a beneficiary to receive any property, benefit, or contractual right
on the principal’s death or as a beneficiary of a trust created by or for the principal
who has a financial interest in the principal’s estate; (7) a governmental agency having regulatory authority to protect the welfare of the principal; (8) the principal’s caregiver or another person who demonstrates sufficient interest in
the principal’s welfare; and (9) a person asked to accept the power of attorney. (b) Upon motion by the principal, the court shall dismiss a petition filed under this
section, unless the court finds that the principal lacks capacity to revoke the agent’s
authority or the power of attorney. (Added 2023, No. 60, § 1, eff. July 1, 2023.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 4016
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 4016 cover?
Section 4016 ("Judicial relief") 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 § 4016?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 4016" (Vermont). 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 Vermont law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Vermont official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Vermont attorney.
How does Vermont § 4016 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Vermont can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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