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Uniform Gifts To Minors Act (UGMA)

The act that established rules governing the purchase of securities for a minor. A gift to a minor is irrevocable and securities must be registered in the name of an adult as custodian for the minor. See also: Uniform Transfers to Minors Act.

Updated on: 24/04/2023

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