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Arizona Revised Statutes Title 14. Trusts, Estates and Protective Proceedings § 14-10106. Common law of trusts; principles of equity

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

A. The common law of trusts and principles of equity supplement this chapter, except to the extent modified by this chapter or another statute of this state.

B. The court shall look to the restatement (second) of trusts for interpretation of the common law and not to subsequent restatements of trusts to determine:

1. The rights and powers of creditors of beneficiaries.

2. The duties of trustees to distribute to those to whom a beneficiary owes any duties.

3. Whether public policy may affect enforceability and effectiveness of the terms of the trust.

4. And effectuate the settlor's intent.

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