Montana Code 72-5-304. Objection by alleged incapacitated person to testamentary appointment
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72-5-304. Objection by alleged incapacitated person to testamentary appointment. Upon the filing in the court in which the will was probated or, in the case of a nontestamentary nominating instrument, in the court at the place where the incapacitated person resides or is present, of written objection to the appointment by the incapacitated person for whom a parental or spousal appointment of guardian has been made, the appointment is terminated. An objection does not prevent appointment by the court in a proper proceeding of the parental or spousal nominee or any other suitable person upon an adjudication of incapacity in proceedings under 72-5-305, 72-5-306, 72-5-311 through 72-5-322, 72-5-324, and 72-5-325.
Terms Used In Montana Code 72-5-304
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- Person: includes a corporation or other entity as well as a natural person. See Montana Code 1-1-201