Probate Code section 4542

A proceeding under this part is commenced by filing a petition stating facts showing that the petition is authorized under this part, the grounds of the petition, and, if known to the petitioner, the terms of the power of attorney.

Source: Section 4542, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PROB§ionNum=4542. (updated Jan. 1, 2000; accessed Jun. 25, 2025).

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/probate_code_section_4542

Original Source: Section 4542, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PROB§ionNum=4542. (last accessed May 12, 2025).