Get De-305. Editable And Saveable California Judicial Council Forms

Filling out the DE-305 form is an essential step for individuals dealing with the real property of a decedent in California. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to help users successfully complete the form online and ensure compliance with legal requirements.

Follow the steps to complete your DE-305 form accurately.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the DE-305 form and open it in your chosen editor.
2. Fill in the 'Attorney or party without attorney' section with the required information, including name, state bar number, and address.
3. Specify the 'Superior Court of California, County of' relevant to your case, and include the case number.
4. Provide the decedent’s name, date of death, and place of death (city and state). Ensure accuracy in this information as it is crucial for legal purposes.
5. Confirm that the decedent was domiciled in the county listed and specify their interest in the real property.
6. Explain the declarants' relation to the decedent (if applicable), indicating if they are a beneficiary under the decedent's will or if they succeeded to the property according to probate law.
7. If there were guardians or conservators, list their names and addresses. Remember, a copy of this affidavit and all attachments must be mailed or served to them.
8. Attach a certified copy of the decedent's death certificate to the form, signifying that at least six months have elapsed since their death.
9. Provide a legal description and the Assessor's Parcel Number (APN) of the real property claimed, ensuring it matches the deed or legal documents.
10. Read and declare under penalty of perjury that all information provided is true and correct, then affix your signature and type or print your name.
11. If required, include notary acknowledgment and additional signatures from declarants on attached pages.
12. Finally, review the completed form for accuracy, then save changes, and choose to download, print, or share the form as needed.

Complete your DE-305 form online today and ensure all necessary documents are duly filled and filed.