Statutes > New Mexico Statutes > Chapter 45 - Uniform Probate Code. > Article 3 - Probate of Wills and Administration, 45-3-101 through 45-3-1302. > Section 45-3-309 - Informal appointment proceedings; court not satisfied.

Section 45-3-309 - Informal appointment proceedings; court not satisfied.

45-3-309. Informal appointment proceedings; court not satisfied.

The probate or the district court may decline an application for appointment of a personal representative for any reason. A declination of informal appointment is not an adjudication and does not preclude appointment in formal proceedings.