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Yes, if the estate has any value, or any debts, it has to go through probate. The state has a vested interest in making sure the estate is properly distributed, as without a will, the default is the property goes to the state.
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How do you get letters testamentary in Georgia?
Probate Court
Who processes wills in Georgia?
The Georgia Probate Court Division. See the link provided below.
How do you transfer a deed when a parent dies without a will in Georgia?
You may have to have a probate court rule on ownership before you can legally sell or give away the property.
How do I renew my weapon permit in Georgia?
A person will need to go to the probate court to renew a weapons permit in the state of Georgia.
What is probate procedure when brother dies without will?
Answer: You must file a Petition to be appointed Administrator of his estate at the Probate court where he lived. The court will provide further instructions.
How can you find the will of a deceased relative?
If your relative died with a will in place, the will was processed by Probate Court. Probate Court is NOT only for people who die without a will. Contact the Probate Court where your father/relative died, and they should be able to provide a copy of the will or guide your search.
What do you do if there is no will or legal mandatory disposition of property?
In most/all (?) states the estate has to go to probate court. Check with your local legal aid group.
Can you open estate account without probate?
No. You must be a court appointed fiduciary.
When was Court of Probate created?
Court of Probate was created in 1857.
When did Court of Probate end?
Court of Probate ended in 1875.
What kind of court administers wills?
Probate Court.
How can you go about filing a claim for your deceased wife estate?
Visit the probate court where she resided and inquire there.Visit the probate court where she resided and inquire there.Visit the probate court where she resided and inquire there.Visit the probate court where she resided and inquire there.
