Section 3.31 Proceedings Before Probate Commissioners

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IX. (§3.31) Proceedings Before Probate Commissioners

Many counties now have probate commissioners who handle most proceedings in probate court, and the number is increasing. The legislature must approve the appointment of a commissioner by statute and on a circuit-by-circuit basis. Once statutory authority is obtained, commissioners are appointed by the circuit court of the circuit en banc. Commissioners have the powers and duties of a circuit judge subject to approval or rejection by the judge of the...