Malaysia legislation

Section 22

of Administration of Estates Ordinance, 1933

Section 22

Retention of estate pending ultimate distribution

If, owing to the terms of the will, the minority or unsoundness of mind of any heir or beneficiary, or for any other cause, the executor or administrator is unable to transfer the property or any portion thereof to the heirs or beneficiaries or any of them, he shall retain such property until—

(a)

a trustee is appointed by a Court of competent jurisdiction to hold the property in trust;

(b)

the beneficiaries or heirs attain majority or otherwise become legally capable of possessing the property.

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Devastavit executors, etc.

Section 22 — Administration of Estates Ordinance, 1933