Georgia Statutes
§ 53-12-172 — Cy pres
Georgia·Title 53
If a charitable trust or gift cannot be executed in the manner provided by the settlor or donor, the superior court shall exercise equitable powers in such a way as will as nearly as possible effectuate the intention of the settlor or donor.
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Legislative History
Added by 2010 Ga. Laws 506,§ 1, eff. 7/1/2010.
Nearby Sections
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§ 53-1-10
Lifetime transfers§ 53-1-11
Value§ 53-1-12
Manner of taking into account§ 53-1-2
Definitions§ 53-1-3
Dower and tenancy by curtesy§ 53-1-8
Adopted individuals§ 53-10-1
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