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NY S00294

NY S00294
Removes the prohibition on individuals convicted of a felony that prevents them from being appointed fiduciary of an estate; allows the court the discretion to permit or prevent such appointment of an individual convicted of a felony.


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Introduced
01/06/2021
In Committee
01/06/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

Removes the prohibition on individuals convicted of a felony that prevents them from being appointed fiduciary of an estate; allows the court the discretion to permit or prevent such appointment of an individual convicted of a felony; and allows for the appointment of an interpreter during the appointment process for the fiduciary of an estate.

AI Summary

This bill removes the prohibition on individuals convicted of a felony from being appointed as fiduciary of an estate. Instead, it grants the court the discretion to either permit or prevent such appointments, based on whether the individual's crime may be adverse to the welfare of the estate, such as crimes involving embezzlement or a breach of fiduciary duty. The bill also allows for the appointment of an interpreter during the process of appointing a fiduciary of an estate.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

SUBSTITUTED BY A2573A (on 06/10/2021)

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