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How to fill out the DC PD(28)-1178A online
This guide provides comprehensive instructions on filling out the DC PD(28)-1178A form online. Designed for ease of use and clarity, this guide will assist individuals in navigating the petition for administration of a small estate.
Follow the steps to successfully complete the form online.
- Click the ‘Get Form’ button to access the form and open it in the editing environment.
- Begin by entering the name of the deceased in the designated field, including their age and residential address.
- Provide the date of death and specify whether the deceased left a will or not by checking the appropriate box.
- State your entitlement as the petitioner to be appointed as the personal representative, referencing D.C. Code §20-303.
- Indicate the court's jurisdiction in this matter by explaining that the decedent was domiciled in the District of Columbia.
- Declare any ongoing proceedings regarding the administration of the estate or confirm that there are none.
- List all assets and debts discovered through diligent searching, noting their values and confirming the total does not exceed the small estate threshold.
- Provide information about any wills and codicils, including their dates and method of acquisition.
- Complete the section on surviving relatives by checking the appropriate boxes for each relationship category.
- List interested persons, ensuring you cover all necessary individuals if the decedent died intestate, along with their relationships.
- Fill in character and estimated value of property under the decedent’s name, including real and personal property.
- Detail any debts, funeral expenses, and inheritance taxes. Include totals for both secured and unsecured debts.
- Conclude the form with your declaration as the petitioner, including your signature and telephone number.
- For each non-resident personal representative, complete the section for power of attorney, including signatures.
- Once all fields are filled accurately, review your entries for completeness and correctness. Save your changes, download a copy, print it out, or share it as needed.
Complete your documents online today for a smoother and efficient filing process.
There are no sheriff departments in Washington, D.C., so you must have your papers served at your local Police Department. The Metropolitan Police Department does service of protection order petitions. ... For a list of D.C. courts, check the DC Courthouse Locations page on our site.