An exercise of a power of appointment is not void solely because it is more extensive than authorized by the power, but is valid to the extent that the exercise was permissible under the terms of the power.
Cal. Prob. Code § 670
Effect of Failure to Make Effective Appointment
Added by Stats. 1992, Ch. 30, Sec. 2
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