(a) (1) If a basis exists as described in § 13–201 of this subtitle for assuming jurisdiction over the property of a minor or disabled person, the circuit court, without appointing a guardian, may authorize or direct a transaction with respect to the property, service, or care arrangement of the minor or disabled person.
(2) The transactions described under paragraph (1) of this subsection include:
(i) Payment, delivery, deposit, or retention of funds or property;
(ii) Sale, mortgage, lease, or other transfer of property;
(iii) Purchase of contracts for an annuity, life care, training, or education;
(iv) Making the election to take an elective share of an estate subject to election under § 3–403 of this article; or
(v) Any other transaction described in:
1. § 13–203(c)(2) of this subtitle;
2. Title 9, Subtitle 2 of this article; or
3. § 15–102 of this article.
(b) Before approving a transaction or arrangement under this section, the court shall consider the interests of creditors and dependents of the minor or disabled person and whether the property of the minor or disabled person needs the continuing protection provided by a guardian.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 13 - Protection of Minors, Disabled Persons, Susceptible Adults, and Older Adults
Subtitle 2 - Protection of Property
Section 13-201 - Appointment of Guardian
Section 13-203 - Preservation and Application of Property
Section 13-204 - Authorization of Specific Transaction Without Appointment of Guardian
Section 13-205 - Effect of Adjudication
Section 13-206 - Guardian Generally
Section 13-207 - Persons Entitled to Appointment as Guardian
Section 13-208 - Bond of Guardian
Section 13-209 - Inventory and Accounting
Section 13-209.1 - Form and Limits of Guardianship Accounts
Section 13-210 - Petition for Orders Granting Relief
Section 13-211 - Procedure in Protective Proceedings
Section 13-212 - Degree of Care and Skill of Guardian
Section 13-214 - Powers and Duties of Guardian in Distribution
Section 13-215 - Limitation of Powers of Guardian Imposed by Will or Court
Section 13-216 - Liability for Breach of Fiduciary Duties; Rights of Purchasers
Section 13-218 - Compensation and Expenses of Guardian
Section 13-219 - Protection of Person Dealing With Guardian
Section 13-220 - Termination of Appointment of Guardian