In case of a homestead, if either the husband or wife shall be or become incompetent or disabled to such a degree that he or she is unable to assist in the management of his or her interest in the marital property and no guardian has been appointed, upon application of the other spouse to the superior court of the county in which the homestead is situated, and upon due proof of such incompetency or disability in the severity required above, the court may make an order permitting the husband or wife applying to the court to sell and convey or mortgage such homestead.

[1987 c 442 § 221; 1977 ex.s. c 80 § 4; 1895 c 64 § 26; RRS § 554. Formerly RCW 6.12.300.]

NOTES:

     Purpose -- Intent -- Severability -- 1977 ex.s. c 80: See notes following RCW 4.16.190.