# Estates and Trusts (GET)

## Title 5. Opening the Estate

### Subtitle 7. Modified Administration

#### Section 5-705

An election for modified administration shall include:

(1) A statement that the estate qualifies for modified administration;

(2) A brief description of the property subject to administration; and

(3) An acknowledgment that:

  (i) A verified final report under modified administration shall be filed no later than 10 months from the date of appointment; and

  (ii) Distribution of the estate shall occur no later than 12 months from the date of appointment.

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Md. Code Ann., Est. & Trusts (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)