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Probate Instructions and Forms - Colorado Judicial Branch 2026

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The document is a Court Visitor's Report for a guardianship or conservatorship case in Colorado. It outlines the responsibilities of the court visitor, including conducting interviews with the respondent and other interested parties, assessing the respondent's needs, and making recommendations regarding legal representation, guardianship, and conservatorship. The report includes sections for documenting observations about the respondent's daily living activities, financial management capabilities, and the conditions of their current and proposed residences.

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Begin by entering the court address and case number at the top of the form. Ensure all details are accurate for proper processing.
In the 'Court Visitor’s Report' section, indicate whether you are reporting on a guardianship or conservatorship by checking the appropriate box.
Complete each applicable section, providing detailed observations about the respondent's daily living activities and financial management capabilities.
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What happens if you dont file probate in Colorado?

If you dont file probate, your loved ones assets could be left in limbo. To prevent this, its important to start probate immediately after the decedents death. When you dont file probate on time, the court may assign an administrator who may not be your choice, or you could run out of time and be unable to do so.

What are the probate laws in Colorado?

Formal probate requires that all heirs and beneficiaries receive notice of the documents filed with the court and be given an opportunity to object or respond. If the court does not receive any objection to the documents, the court can move forward to open the estate and ap- point a personal representative.

How long do you have to file probate after death in Colorado?

Generally, there is a three-year window to begin the probate process after death in Colorado. Whether a will need to be filed with court before death: A living will does not need to be filed with the court in Colorado.

What are the requirements for a will to be valid in Colorado?

A testator must generally know: what his assets are, who his family members are, how his will affects who will inherit from him, and his will must represent his wishes. In addition, a testator must sign a will voluntarily and not be under any constraint or undue influence by another person.

Do you need a lawyer to probate a will in Colorado?

In Colorado, legally, you can settle an estate and clear probate without the assistance of a lawyer, but below are the top reasons to hire a probate attorney.

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Do wills have to be filed with the court in Colorado?

*Note: Colorado law requires that a decedents will be filed (lodged) with the District Court in which the decedent was domiciled within ten days of the decedents passing, even if no probate administration is expected.

Where do you file a will in Colorado?

You should file your paperwork to open the estate in the District Court in the county where the Decedent lived. If the Decedent lived in another state, you can file your paperwork in any county in Colorado where they owned property. To find a District Court, click on Courts by County.