The property of an estate that is specifically bequeathed may be delivered over to the legatee entitled to the property. The legatee shall secure its redelivery on demand to the executor or administrator. Otherwise, the property shall remain in the possession or under the control of the executor or administrator to be distributed or sold, as required by law and the condition of the estate.

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Terms Used In Ohio Code 2113.51

  • Executor: A male person named in a will to carry out the decedent
  • Legatee: A beneficiary of a decedent
  • Property: means real and personal property. See Ohio Code 1.59