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O.C.G.A. § 53-12-60 — Reformation to correct mistakes | Georgia Code
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TITLE 53 WILLS, TRUSTS, AND ADMINISTRATION OF ESTATES

Section 12. (Revised Trust Code of 2010) Trusts, 53-12-1 through 53-12-506.

ARTICLE 4 REFORMATION, MODIFICATION, DIVISION, CONSOLIDATION, AND TERMINATION OF TRUSTS

53-12-60. Reformation to correct mistakes.

  1. If it is proved by clear and convincing evidence that the trust provisions were affected by a mistake of fact or law, whether in expression or inducement, the court may reform the trust provisions, even if unambiguous, to conform the provisions to the settlor's intention.
  2. A petition for reformation may be filed by the trustee or any beneficiary or, in the case of an unfunded testamentary trust, the personal representative of the settlor's estate.
  3. Notice of a petition for reformation of the trust shall be given to the trustee and all beneficiaries.

(Code 1981, §53-12-60, enacted by Ga. L. 2010, p. 579, § 1/SB 131.)

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