OAR 170-135-0015: Duty to Maintain Decedent's Property

(1) Except as provided by ORS 708A.430 and 723.466, a Person may not dispose of or diminish any assets of the estate of a Decedent, unless approved by the Treasurer, when the Decedent: (a) Died Intestate; and (b) Did not have a Known Heir. (2) Section (1) of this rule: (a) Applies to a guardian or conservator for the Decedent; and (b) Does not apply to: (A) A Personal Representative appointed under ORS 113.085(3); or (B) An affiant authorized under 114.520 to file an affidavit under 114.515.