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Current as of January 01, 2023 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
“Debt” means:
(a) A claim that is established under Part 4 (commencing with Section 9000) or that is otherwise payable in the course of administration.
(b) An expense of administration.
(c) A charge against the estate including, but not limited to, taxes, expenses of last illness, and family allowance.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - California Code, Probate Code - PROB § 11401 - last updated January 01, 2023 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ca/probate-code/prob-sect-11401/
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