Affidavit for Collection of Personal Property of the Decedent 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Affidavit for Collection of Personal Property of the Decedent in our platform's editor.
2. Begin by entering the name of the county where the affidavit is being filed at the top of the form.
3. In Section 1, input the decedent’s name and date of death in the specified fields. Ensure accuracy as this information is crucial.
4. Proceed to Section 2 and confirm that the total value of the decedent’s estate does not exceed $50,000. This is a legal requirement.
5. In Section 3, verify that thirty days have passed since the decedent's death. Attach a certified death certificate as required.
6. Section 4 requires you to affirm that no application for a personal representative has been filed. Check this box if applicable.
7. In Section 5, fill in your name as the claiming successor and describe the personal property you are claiming, such as bank account numbers or insurance policy details.
8. Finally, review all entries for accuracy, sign where indicated, and ensure a notary public completes their section before submission.

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