Can a felon that stole thousands of dollars become Executor of my grandmother’s Will?
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Can a felon that stole thousands of dollars become Executor of my grandmother’s Will?
Asked on November 15, 2012 under Estate Planning, Georgia
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Catherine Blackburn / Blackburn Law Firm
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
In Florida a felon is flat-out disqualified to serve as Executor of an estate. I would expect most states to have similar rules, or at least to permit someone to challenge appointing an executor who has been convicted of felony theft. You should consult an estate lawyer in your grandmother's area and make sure you challenge any attempt to appoint a convicted felon as Executor.
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