Probate Code section 21400

Notwithstanding any other provision of this part, if the instrument provides for abatement, or if the transferor’s plan or if the purpose of the transfer would be defeated by abatement as provided in this part, the shares of beneficiaries abate as is necessary to effectuate the instrument, plan, or purpose.

Source: Section 21400, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PROB§ionNum=21400. (accessed Apr. 24, 2025).

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/probate_code_section_21400

Original Source: Section 21400, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PROB§ionNum=21400. (last accessed Apr. 24, 2025).