MN SF2778

Increases the time limit for commencing informal probate, formal testacy, and appointment proceedings from 3 years to 6 years after the decedent's death, with exceptions for prior dismissed proceedings and absentee cases.

Updates the deadline for contesting informally probated wills from the later of 12 months from probate or 3 years from death to the later of 12 months from probate or 6 years from death.

Extends the limitations period for actions to recover improperly distributed property from distributees from 3 years to 6 years after the decedent's death, or 1 year after distribution.

Changes the minimum time period after death before descent proceedings can be initiated from 3 years to 6 years when no will has been probated.

Allows special administrators to be formally appointed at any time to reduce assets to possession and make distributions, even after the 6-year period expires.