When the application is made to the Judge of a district in which the deceased had no fixed abode at the time of his death, the Judge may in his discretion refuse the application, if in his judgment it could be disposed of more justly or conveniently in another district, or where the application is for letters of administration, grant them absolutely, or limited to the property within his own jurisdiction.
Section 57: Disposal of application made to Judge of District in which deceased had no fixed abode.
The Probate and Administration Act, 1977 (1920 A.d.)Union territory Act of Jammu and Kashmir · Act 29 of 1977
Where this provision sits
| Act | The Probate and Administration Act, 1977 (1920 A.d.) |
|---|---|
| Section | 57 |
| Marginal note | Disposal of application made to Judge of District in which deceased had no fixed abode. |
| Jurisdiction | Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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