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Administration Act 1903
42Devisee or legatee may apply to Court in certain cases
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##### 42. Devisee or legatee may apply to Court in certain cases
If an executor who has obtained probate, or an administrator with the will annexed, after request in writing neglects or refuses to —
(a) execute a transfer or conveyance of land devised to a devisee; or
(b) transfer, pay, or deliver to the person entitled any bequests, legacy, or residuary bequest,
such devisee or person may apply for an order upon such executor or administrator to comply with such request, and the Court may make such order as it thinks fit.