Title XXXI TRUSTS AND ESTATES OF DECEDENTS AND PERSONS UNDER DISABILITY Chapter 456 • Effective - 01 Jan 2005, see footnote 456.3-305. Appointment of representative. — 1. If the court determines that an interest is not represented under sections 456.3-301 to 456.3-305 or that the otherwise available representation might be inadequate, the court may appoint a representative to receive notice, give consent, and otherwise represent, bind, and act on behalf of a minor, incapacitated, or unborn individual, or a person whose identity or location is unknown. A representative may be appointed to represent several persons or interests. 2. A representative may act on behalf of the individual represented with respect to any matter arising under sections 456.1-101 to 456.11-1106, whether or not a judicial proceeding concerning the trust is pending. 3. In making decisions, a representative may consider general benefits accruing to the living members of the individual's family. -------- (L. 2004 H.B. 1511) Effective 1-01-05, see § 456.11-1104
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