SCPA 1712 · Article 17. Guardians and Custodians
Appointment of successor
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§ 1712. Appointment of successor
When no guardian by will or deed remains in office a guardian may be appointed by the court with all the powers conferred by the will or deed and with the effect prescribed in 706 of this act unless such appointment would be contrary to the express provisions of the will or deed.
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