Prob. Code, § 7604 · Article 1. Taking Temporary Possession or Control of Property
Prob. Code, § 7604
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
If the public administrator takes possession or control of property of a decedent under this article, but another person is subsequently appointed personal representative or subsequently takes control or possession, the public administrator is entitled to reasonable costs incurred for the preservation of the estate, together with reasonable compensation for services. The costs and compensation are a proper expense of administration.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 806, Sec. 24. Effective January 1, 1995.
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