Probate Code section 704

“Document” means any of the following:

(a)

A signed original will, declaration of trust, trust amendment, or other document modifying a will or trust.

(b)

A signed original power of attorney.

(c)

A signed original nomination of conservator.

(d)

Any other signed original instrument that the attorney and depositor agree in writing to make subject to this part.

Source: Section 704, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PROB§ionNum=704. (accessed Jun. 2, 2025).

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May 12, 2025

§ 704’s source at ca.gov

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/probate_code_section_704

Original Source: Section 704, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PROB§ionNum=704. (last accessed May 12, 2025).