Prob. Code, § 634 · Article 2. Scope of Donee’s Authority
Prob. Code, § 634
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Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
A power of appointment created in favor of two or more powerholders can only be exercised when all of the powerholders unite in its exercise. If one or more of the powerholders dies, becomes legally incapable of exercising the power, or releases the power, the power may be exercised by the others, unless expressly prohibited by the creating instrument.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 81, Sec. 7. (AB 2846) Effective January 1, 2017.
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- Official file
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