Code of the District of Columbia

§ 19–1704.03. Method of release.

(a) For the purposes of this section, the term "record" means information that is inscribed on a tangible medium or that is stored in an electronic or other medium and is retrievable in perceivable form.

(b) A powerholder of a releasable power of appointment may release the power in whole or in part:

(1) By substantial compliance with a method provided in the terms of the instrument creating the power; or

(2) If the terms of the instrument creating the power do not provide a method or the method provided in the terms of the instrument is not expressly made exclusive, by a record manifesting the powerholder's intent by clear and convincing evidence.