2011 New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 45: Uniform Probate Code
Article 5: Protection of Persons Under Disability and Their Property, 45-5-101 through 45-5-617
Section 45-5-416: Petitions for orders subsequent to appointment.


NM Stat § 45-5-416 (1996 through 1st Sess 50th Legis) What's This?

45-5-416. Petitions for orders subsequent to appointment.

A. Any person interested in the welfare of a person for whom a conservator has been appointed may file a petition in the appointing court for an order:

(1) requiring bond or security or additional bond or security, or reducing bond;

(2) requiring an accounting for the administration of the estate;

(3) directing distribution;

(4) removing the conservator and appointing a temporary or successor conservator; or

(5) granting other appropriate relief.

B. A conservator may petition the appointing court for instructions concerning his fiduciary responsibility.

C. Upon notice and hearing, the court may give appropriate instructions or make any appropriate order.

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