Section 8804 Of Chapter 1. General Provisions From California Probate Code >> Division 7. >> Part 3. >> Chapter 1.
8804
. If the personal representative refuses or negligently fails
to file an inventory and appraisal within the time allowed under this
chapter, upon petition of an interested person:
(a) The court may compel the personal representative to file an
inventory and appraisal pursuant to the procedure prescribed in
Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 11050) of Part 8.
(b) The court may remove the personal representative from office.
(c) The court may impose on the personal representative personal
liability for injury to the estate or to an interested person that
directly results from the refusal or failure. The liability may
include attorney's fees, in the court's discretion. Damages awarded
pursuant to this subdivision are a liability on the bond of the
personal representative, if any.