(1) If an executor or
administrator neglects to file an inventory or to pass accounts within one
month after the expiration of the period fixed by the rules, the Principal
Registrar shall cause such executor or administrator to be notified of such
neglect.
(2) In case of further
neglect of the period of one month, the Principal Registrar shall apply for an
order upon such executor or administrator to file such inventory or exhibit
such account forthwith.
(3) No proceedings
under this section shall affect the liability of the executor or administrator
to be proceeded against for an account and administration, or prevent an
action from being brought on any guarantee given as required by section 26(1)
or section 62(1).
[Section 44 amended: No. 138 of 1976 s. 12; No. 67
of 1979 s. 44.]