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§ 33-17-16 - Facts to be shown by creditor suing on bond.

SECTION 33-17-16

   § 33-17-16  Facts to be shown by creditorsuing on bond. – If a suit is brought by a creditor of the deceased person, he or she shall show:

   (1) That his or her claim has been duly filed;

   (2) That his or her claim has not been disallowed by theexecutor or administrator, or has been established by commissioners, or byjudgment; and

   (3) That a decree of unfaithful administration has beenentered as provided in § 33-17-17, and if the estate be insolvent, he orshe shall also produce a copy of the order of distribution.