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Today's Terms
Family Allowance
Definition:
The amount of property that a surviving husband or wife, or, if there is none, a dependent child may receive for support from a decedent's estate.
Jurisdiction
Definition:
This may relate to the territory covered by a court's authority. It may also refer to the scope of authority given to a court by a state's constitution and laws.
Acceptance
Definition:
A written promise of a person to serve as guardian, carry out the duties of a guardian, and obey the laws that apply to a guardian.
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