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(a) If the guardian of the estate neglects to comply with Section 1158.558, including to file the deed of trust securing a lien in the proper county, the guardian and the sureties on the guardian's bond shall, after complaint and citation, be held liable for the use of the estate and for all damages resulting from the guardian's neglect, and the court may remove the guardian.
(b) Damages under this section may be recovered in a court of competent jurisdiction.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Estates Code - EST § 1158.559. Damages; Removal - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/estates-code/est-sect-1158-559/
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