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Deberes y responsabilidades del fideicomisario en Colorado tras un fallecimiento

Cuando un fideicomiso de Colorado se vuelve irrevocable tras un fallecimiento, el fideicomisario sucesor asume responsabilidades reales — administrar de buena fe, actuar con lealtad e imparcialidad, llevar registros, informar a los beneficiarios y rendir cuentas cuando corresponda. El mejor primer paso es organizarse y confirmar su función antes de actuar.

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Disposiciones clave del Código de Fideicomisos de Colorado

  • Property exempt - commingled exempt and nonexempt assets - definitions

    C.R.S. §13-54-102 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Duties at inception of trusteeship

    C.R.S. §15-1.1-104 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Decedent's nonprobate transfers to others

    C.R.S. §15-11-205 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Proceeding for elective-share - time limit

    C.R.S. §15-11-211 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Exempt property

    C.R.S. §15-11-403 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Family allowance

    C.R.S. §15-11-404 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Limitations on presentation of claims

    C.R.S. §15-12-803 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Liability of nonprobate transferees for creditor claims and statutory allowances

    C.R.S. §15-15-103 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Powers of trust director

    C.R.S. §15-16-806 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Duty and liability of directed trustee

    C.R.S. §15-16-809 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • No duty to monitor, inform, or advise

    C.R.S. §15-16-811 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Limitation of actions against trustee

    C.R.S. §15-5-1005 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Spendthrift provision

    C.R.S. §15-5-502 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Exceptions to spendthrift provision - definitions

    C.R.S. §15-5-503 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Discretionary trusts - effect of standard - definitions

    C.R.S. §15-5-504 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Creditor's claim against a settlor

    C.R.S. §15-5-505 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Overdue distribution - definition

    C.R.S. §15-5-506 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Personal obligations of trustee

    C.R.S. §15-5-507 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Limitation on action contesting validity of revocable trust

    C.R.S. §15-5-604 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Duty to administer trust

    C.R.S. §15-5-801 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Duty of loyalty

    C.R.S. §15-5-802 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Prudent administration

    C.R.S. §15-5-804 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Delegation by trustee

    C.R.S. §15-5-807 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Control and protection of trust property

    C.R.S. §15-5-809 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Record keeping and identification of trust property

    C.R.S. §15-5-810 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Duty to inform and report

    C.R.S. §15-5-813 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Discretionary powers - tax savings

    C.R.S. §15-5-814 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • General powers of trustee

    C.R.S. §15-5-815 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Specific powers of trustee

    C.R.S. §15-5-816 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Trusts for use of grantor void against creditors

    C.R.S. §38-10-111 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Homestead exemption - definitions

    C.R.S. §38-41-201 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Surviving spouse and minor children entitled

    C.R.S. §38-41-204 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Transfer or obligation voidable as to present and future creditors

    C.R.S. §38-8-105 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Transfers or obligation voidable as to present creditors

    C.R.S. §38-8-106 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

  • Applicability of part

    C.R.S. §6-1-1304 ↗

    Explicación clara y sencilla; el texto literal del estatuto aún no está atestiguado en nuestra biblioteca. Consulte el estatuto oficial en el enlace de arriba.

Plazos del fideicomisario en Colorado: lo que disponen las leyes

Revisado contra los Estatutos de Colorado el 2026-10-07. Información general, no asesoría legal; el texto oficial prevalece.

CuándoPlazoLo que dispone la leyA quiénLey
You learn you are named successor trusteeNo fixed day-count. Not accepting within a reasonable time after knowing of the designation is a rejection of the trusteeship.Accept by substantially complying with the method the trust provides or — where it provides none, or its method is not exclusive — by accepting delivery of the trust property, exercising powers or performing duties as trustee. Without accepting, a named trustee may act to preserve the property if a rejection follows within a reasonable time.—C.R.S. §15-5-701 ↗
You acceptAt once and throughout; no day-count.Administer the trust in good faith, in accordance with its terms and purposes and the interests of the beneficiaries, and in accordance with the Colorado Uniform Trust Code.—C.R.S. §15-5-801 ↗
You acceptAt once and throughout; no day-count.Take reasonable steps to take control of and protect the trust property.—C.R.S. §15-5-809 ↗
You acceptThroughout; no day-count.Keep adequate records of the administration, keep trust property separate from your own, and have it designated as the trust's in records kept by others where feasible.—C.R.S. §15-5-810 ↗
You accept, or trust assets come to youWithin a reasonable time; the section gives no day-count.Review the trust assets and make and carry out decisions about keeping or disposing of them, to bring the portfolio into line with the trust's purposes, terms and distribution requirements and the prudent investor rule.—C.R.S. §15-1.1-104 ↗
You accept the trusteeshipWithin 60 days after accepting. The subsection does not apply to a trustee who accepted before January 1, 2019 (§15-5-813(5)).The statute provides for a notice to the qualified beneficiaries of the acceptance and of the trustee's name, address and telephone number.The qualified beneficiaries (§15-5-103(16)); a trust's terms cannot remove the notice for current distributees at any age or other qualified beneficiaries aged 25 or older (§15-5-105(2)(h))C.R.S. §15-5-813(2)(b) ↗
You learn the trust has become irrevocable — by the settlor's death or otherwise — or of an irrevocable trust's creationWithin 60 days after the date you learn of it. The subsection does not apply to a trust created irrevocable, or made irrevocable, before January 1, 2019 (§15-5-813(5)).The statute provides for a notice to the qualified beneficiaries of the trust's existence, the identity of the settlor or settlors, the right to request the portions of the trust instrument that describe or affect their interest, and the right to a trustee's report.The qualified beneficiaries (§15-5-103(16)), subject to the floor of §15-5-105(2)(h)C.R.S. §15-5-813(2)(c) ↗
A qualified beneficiary asks for the trust's termsPromptly.Furnish a copy of the portions of the trust instrument that describe or affect the requesting beneficiary's interest.The requesting qualified beneficiaryC.R.S. §15-5-813(2)(a) ↗
A qualified beneficiary asks for information about the administrationPromptly, unless unreasonable under the circumstances.Respond to the request; throughout, keep the qualified beneficiaries reasonably informed about the administration and the material facts they need to protect their interests.The requesting qualified beneficiaryC.R.S. §15-5-813(1) ↗
You plan to change the method or rate of your compensationIn advance of the change.Notify the qualified beneficiaries of the change before it takes effect.The qualified beneficiariesC.R.S. §15-5-813(2)(d) ↗
Each year of the administration, and the trust's terminationAt least annually, and at the termination of the trust.Send a report of the trust property, liabilities, receipts and disbursements, including the source and amount of the trustee's compensation, and a listing of the trust assets with their market values where feasible. A qualified beneficiary may waive reports (§15-5-813(4)).The distributees and permissible distributees of income or principal, and other qualified beneficiaries who request itC.R.S. §15-5-813(3)(a) ↗
A vacancy in the trusteeship, with no cotrustee remaining in officeUpon the vacancy; no day-count.The former trustee sends a report to the qualified beneficiaries; a personal representative, conservator or guardian may send it for a trustee who died or is incapacitated.The qualified beneficiariesC.R.S. §15-5-813(3)(b) ↗
You file a trust registration statement (registration is optional)Within 60 days after filing.Notify in writing the cotrustees, the qualified beneficiaries and the other fiduciaries and persons with authority under the trust's terms; the qualified beneficiaries' names may be redacted from the copy filed with the court.Cotrustees, qualified beneficiaries, other fiduciaries and persons with authority under the termsC.R.S. §15-5-206(3) ↗
A settlor or a qualified beneficiary demands registration in writingWithin 30 days after receiving the demand.The statute provides that a trustee who does not register within 30 days after a written demand may be subject to removal or to surcharge as the court directs.—C.R.S. §15-5-207 ↗
You propose to move the trust's principal place of administrationAt least 60 days' notice before the transfer.Notify the qualified beneficiaries of the proposed transfer with the contents the section lists; a timely objection ends the trustee's authority to transfer under the section.The qualified beneficiariesC.R.S. §15-5-108 ↗
You decide to resignAt least 30 days' notice, or with the court's approval.Give notice to the qualified beneficiaries, the settlor if living and all cotrustees; resigning does not discharge liability for acts or omissions while serving.The qualified beneficiaries, a living settlor and all cotrusteesC.R.S. §15-5-705 ↗
Your office ends by resignation or removalExpeditiously.Until the property reaches the successor or other person entitled to it, keep the duties of a trustee and the powers needed to protect it, and deliver it expeditiously.—C.R.S. §15-5-707 ↗
The settlor of a trust that was revocable at death diesThe earlier of three years after the death, or 120 days after the trustee sent the person a copy of the trust instrument and a notice with the statute's contents — an absolute bar that may not be waived or tolled.The statute limits contests of a revocable trust's validity; the notice is optional, and a trustee is not liable for giving or not giving it. A contestant's notice holds distribution if a proceeding follows within 60 days.—C.R.S. §15-5-604 ↗
A beneficiary is sent a report that adequately discloses a potential claim and states the time allowedOne year after the report was sent; otherwise three years after the first of the trustee's removal or resignation, the end of the beneficiary's interest, or the trust's termination.The statute sets the period for a beneficiary's proceeding for breach of trust; fraud and misrepresentation related to the report are excepted.—C.R.S. §15-5-1005 ↗
On termination, you send the beneficiaries a proposal for distributionA beneficiary's right to object ends 30 days after the proposal was sent, if it stated the right and the time.The proposal is optional; on termination the trustee distributes expeditiously, keeping a reasonable reserve for debts, expenses and taxes.The beneficiariesC.R.S. §15-5-817(1) ↗
An authorized fiduciary intends to exercise a decanting powerNot later than 63 days before the exercise.Give notice in a record, with copies of both instruments, to the persons the section lists; the period may be shortened or waived as it provides.A living settlor, the qualified beneficiaries, holders of presently exercisable powers of appointment, persons who may remove the fiduciary, the other fiduciaries and, where required, the Attorney GeneralC.R.S. §15-16-907 ↗
The trust's tax year endsThe 15th day of the fourth month after year-end (April 15 for a calendar-year trust).File the Colorado fiduciary income tax return where the trust must file; Colorado imposes no estate tax for current deaths.—Colorado Form DR 0105 ↗
The testator diesWithin ten days after the death, or as soon after as the custodian learns of it.The custodian of a will delivers it for lodging to the court with probate jurisdiction in the county where the decedent resided or was domiciled.The district court (in Denver, the probate court)C.R.S. §15-11-516 ↗Sucesión relacionada
A personal representative is appointedPublication not less than three times, once in each of three successive calendar weeks; claims are barred unless presented by the date the notice sets (not earlier than four months after the first publication) and in any event within one year after the death.When a probate estate is administered, the personal representative publishes the notice to creditors and may give known creditors written notice; the trust's file records the estate's events and concludes nothing about them.CreditorsC.R.S. §15-12-801, §15-12-803 ↗Sucesión relacionada
The decedent dies, and the probate estate cannot pay allowed claims and allowancesA proceeding within one year after the death, and within 63 days after the final allowance of a contested claim.The statute makes the recipients of the decedent's nonprobate transfers — the property of a trust revocable at death included — liable for allowed claims, statutory allowances and administration costs, on the personal representative's demand, to the extent the probate estate is insufficient.—C.R.S. §15-15-103 ↗Sucesión relacionada
The decedent dies, or the will is probatedNine months after the death or six months after the will's probate, whichever is later.A surviving spouse claims the elective share by petition; the augmented estate can reach the property of a revocable trust, so the trust's file records the death and any petition.—C.R.S. §15-11-211 ↗Sucesión relacionada
The decedent diesAt any time ten or more days after the death.A successor may collect the decedent's personal property by affidavit where the estate subject to will or intestacy, less liens, does not exceed the statute's adjusted amount and no personal representative is sought or appointed.—C.R.S. §15-12-1201 ↗Sucesión relacionada
The trust becomes irrevocableBefore the trust receives income or files under its own number.Obtain the trust's employer identification number; a revocable trust used the settlor's Social Security number, and that stops at death.—IRS Form SS-4 ↗Federal
The decedent diesNine months after death; a six-month extension is available.File the federal estate tax return when the gross estate exceeds the filing threshold, or to elect portability for a surviving spouse.—IRS Form 706 ↗Federal
The trust's tax year endsThe 15th day of the fourth month after year-end (April 15 for a calendar-year trust).File the trust's income tax return and issue a Schedule K-1 to each beneficiary who received distributable income.—IRS Form 1041 ↗Federal