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As you know theft is a crime. You should first call the attorney who is handling the estate. The theft should be reported to the probate court. Carefully and clearly state what you believe to be the executors misbehavior and ask the judge to remove her and appoint a new executor. The executor's bond should cover any loss to the estate caused by the executor.

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They can certainly try to do so. They are also required to provide a full accounting of the estate and what happened to everything. You may wish to retain your own attorney to protect your rights.

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What if? You should have reported the situation to the court that made the appointment immediately and provided the court with evidence to back up your claim.

What if? You should have reported the situation to the court that made the appointment immediately and provided the court with evidence to back up your claim.

What if? You should have reported the situation to the court that made the appointment immediately and provided the court with evidence to back up your claim.

What if? You should have reported the situation to the court that made the appointment immediately and provided the court with evidence to back up your claim.

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No. An executor has no power to change the provisions in the will. Any such action by an executor should be reported to the court that appointed the executor.

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Power of attorney has been taking money from account.Can I ask for bank statements for past years?

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The executor can decline payment. This is often done by a family member serving as executor.

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If they are stealing from the estate, they are breaching their fiduciary duties and that is a crime. They could be arrested.

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What if? You should have reported the situation to the court that made the appointment immediately and provided the court with evidence to back up your claim.

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