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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) A guardian applying to resign may not be discharged until:
(1) the resignation application has been heard;
(2) the exhibit and final account or report required under Section 1203.001 has been examined, settled, and approved; and
(3) the guardian has satisfied the court that the guardian has:
(A) delivered any estate property remaining in the guardian's possession; or
(B) complied with all court orders relating to the guardian's trust as guardian.
(b) When a guardian applying to resign has fully complied with the court orders, the court shall enter an order:
(1) accepting the resignation;
(2) discharging the guardian;
(3) canceling the letters issued to the guardian; and
(4) if the guardian is under bond, discharging and releasing the sureties on the guardian's bond.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Estates Code - EST § 1203.006. Requirements for Discharge - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/estates-code/est-sect-1203-006/
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