INSTRUCTIONS: COLORADO INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROBATE WITHOUT A WILL (Form JDF 907)

The form discussed in this article is an information document used to outline the process of conducting probate in Colorado without a will. This document can be obtained from the website maintained by the Colorado Judicial Branch.

Colorado Instructions For Probate Without A Will JDF 907 Step 1: The first section of this form contains two questions to help you determine whether you need to file probate documents with the court.

Colorado Instructions For Probate Without A Will JDF 907 Step 2: The next section briefly outlines the two ways in which a probate case may be commenced, either formally or informally.

Colorado Instructions For Probate Without A Will JDF 907 Step 3: The next section contains a glossary of some common terms it is necessary to understand in order to complete the process of probate without a will.

Colorado Instructions For Probate Without A Will JDF 907 Step 4: The next section contains information about filing fees that may apply during the process of probate without a will.

Colorado Instructions For Probate Without A Will JDF 907 Step 5: The next section contains information about the forms it may be necessary to file as part of the process of probate without a will.

Colorado Instructions For Probate Without A Will JDF 907 Step 6: The remainder of the form contains a step-by-step outline of the process of probate without a will. Step 1 concerns the completion of forms, including a checklist of all documents which may be applicable.

Colorado Instructions For Probate Without A Will JDF 907 Step 7: Step 2 concerns filing the completed forms with the court.

Colorado Instructions For Probate Without A Will JDF 907 Step 8: Step 3 outlines the responsibilities of the personal representative once they have been appointed by the court, including the completion of an Information of Appointment form (JDF 940) and service of this form to all heirs within 30 days of the appointment.

Colorado Instructions For Probate Without A Will JDF 907 Step 9: Step 4 concerns the process of closing the estate.

Colorado Instructions For Probate Without A Will JDF 907 Step 10: The last page contains information about determining the heirs of the estate. Heirs must survive the decedent by a minimum of 120 hours.