Reformation to correct mistakes. — Colorado Code § 15-5-415
Colorado Code § 15-5-415 — Reformation to correct mistakes.. Reproduced from the official Colorado Revised Statutes, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.
§ 15-5-415. Reformation to correct mistakes.
The court may reform the terms of a trust, even if unambiguous, to conform the terms to the settlor's intention if it is proved by clear and convincing evidence that the settlor's intent and the terms of the trust were affected by a mistake of fact or law, whether in expression or inducement.
Source: L. 2018: Entire article added, (SB 18-180), ch. 169, p. 1165, § 1, effective January 1, 2019.
Source: official Colorado text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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- Citation: Colorado Revised Statutes § 15-5-415
- Jurisdiction: Colorado
- Code: Colorado Revised Statutes
- Subject: Reformation to correct mistakes.
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