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N.C.G.S. § 23-18

Persons who may apply for trustee for imprisoned debtor.

Effective date
2026-08-08
Last verified
2026-08-09
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When any debtor is imprisoned in the penitentiary for any term, or in a county jail for any term more than 12 months, application by petition may be made by any creditor, the debtor, or by his or her spouse, or any of his or her relatives, for the appointment of a trustee to take charge of the estate of such debtor. (1868-9, c. 162, s. 40; Code, s. 2974; Rev., s. 1943; C.S., s. 1626; 1977, c. 549.)

Reviewed 2026-08-09 · source_verified