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California Statutes

§ 16082. — 16082. (Enacted by Stats. 1990, Ch. 79.)

California § 16082.
JurisdictionCalifornia
Code PROBProbate Code - PROB
Div. 9.DIVISION 9. TRUST LAW
Part 4.PART 4. TRUST ADMINISTRATION
Ch. 1.CHAPTER 1. Duties of Trustees
Art. 4.ARTICLE 4. Duties With Regard to Discretionary Powers

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Cal. Probate Code - PROB Code § 16082. (2026).

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Except as otherwise specifically provided in the trust instrument, a person who holds a power to appoint or distribute income or principal to or for the benefit of others, either as an individual or as trustee, may not use the power to discharge the legal obligations of the person holding the power.

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Legislative History

Enacted by Stats. 1990, Ch. 79.
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