Probate Code section 19508

(a)

Notice to a person with authority to represent and bind another person under this code or a first trust instrument has the same effect as notice given directly to the person represented.

(b)

Consent of or waiver by a person with authority to represent and bind another person under this code or a first trust instrument is binding on the person represented unless the person represented objects to the representation before the consent or waiver otherwise would become effective.

(c)

A person with authority to represent and bind another person under this code or a first trust instrument may file an application under Section 19509 on behalf of the person represented.

(d)

A settlor may not represent or bind a beneficiary under this part.

Source: Section 19508, https://leginfo.­legislature.­ca.­gov/faces/codes_displaySection.­xhtml?lawCode=PROB§ionNum=19508.­ (updated Jan. 1, 2019; accessed Jun. 25, 2025).

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