Title 33
Probate Practice and Procedure

Chapter 20
Absentees’ Estates

R.I. Gen. Laws § 33-20-9

§ 33-20-9. Person appointed as conservator — Bond — Powers.

The court shall have full discretionary authority to appoint any suitable person as conservator and may require the conservator to post an adequate surety bond and to make such reports as the court may deem necessary. The conservator shall have the same powers and authority as the guardian of the property of an infant or incompetent and shall be considered as an officer or arm of the court.

History of Section.
P.L. 1946, ch. 1710, § 2; G.L. 1956, § 33-20-9.