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A person who fails to deposit the will with the probate court can be sued by anyone who was financially hurt by their failure to file. That persona can also be held in contempt of court for failing to file the will. Here is the Michigan statute that applies: 700.2516 Delivery of will or codicil by custodian.
File the form, the decedent's will (if there is one), and a certified copy of the death certificate with the county probate court where the decedent lived. If the decedent did not live in Michigan but owned real property in Michigan, file the documents in the county where the real property is located.
Transfer by Affidavit. Affidavit of Decedent's Successor for Delivery of Certain Assets Owned by Decedent (PC 598)may be used to affirm the following: More than 28 days have passed since the death of the decedent. The estate does not include real property.
Probate can be a stressful, complex process, so it is often best to work with an attorney who can walk you through the process and handle any complicated legal matters. If you have any questions or concerns about estate planning or the probate process in Michigan, our firm is here to help.
A description and value must be given of all property within the decedent's estate. Any liens, encumbrances, or mortgages on real estate can be used to reduce the property's value listed on the form. For bank accounts, indicate the name of the bank, the account number(s), and the balance at the date of death.
Estate OVER $24,000: If a Wayne County resident has died leaving property in their name only and the property is over $24,000, the closest relative or person named in the will may file a petition to have the estate probated.
If the value of the property in an estate was less than $50,000 and does not have any real property in it, you may execute an affidavit to transfer. This process is less expensive than assignment of property, but can only be used if there is no real property in the estate.
Estate OVER $24,000: If a Wayne County resident has died leaving property in their name only and the property is over $24,000, the closest relative or person named in the will may file a petition to have the estate probated.
If the estate's value is under the “small estates” limit in Michigan, you can use a simplified probate procedure, called a “summary probate.” You don't need a court hearing in front of a judge — you only need to file simple forms and wait a certain amount of time before distributing the assets.
In Michigan, estates valued at less than $24,000 (as of 2021) may qualify for a simplified, smaller estate process. Estates above this value generally require formal probate proceedings. This threshold can change, so it's advisable to consult current legal standards or an attorney for the latest information.