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Jackson County probate forms
Download the probate forms for the Jackson County probate court in Missouri. We list 29 forms, grouped by purpose, with short notes on what they're for, and each links to the official source. File completed forms with the Jackson County probate court at 415 East 12th Street, Kansas City, MO 64106.
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General information, not legal advice. Forms change, so check the official source for the current version. Which forms you need depends on the case, for example whether there's a will or the estate has no will (intestate). The court clerk can tell you which ones apply. The notes under each form describe the document. They aren't instructions.
Forms to fill out and file (23)
10640
Used to petition the court for an order of no administration in a probate case.
Official source: 16thcircuit.org10642
Issued by the court to grant an order of no administration in a probate case.
Official source: 16thcircuit.org10644
Used to establish a distributee's title to property without full probate administration.
Official source: 16thcircuit.org3.28 — 180 Day Outpatient Mental Health - Petition for Outpatient Detention and Treatment-not to exceed 180 days.
Filed to petition the court for an order for outpatient mental health detention and treatment, not exceeding 180 days.
Official source: 16thcircuit.org4.30 — 4.30
Used to establish a bond for a personal representative, ensuring faithful administration of an estate.
Official source: 16thcircuit.org4.30 — 4.30
Used to establish a bond for a creditor, often required in certain probate proceedings.
Official source: 16thcircuit.org4.30 — 4.30
Used to establish a bond for distributees, ensuring the proper and lawful distribution of estate assets.
Official source: 16thcircuit.org4.30 — 4.30
Used to establish a bond for a conservator, ensuring the faithful performance of their duties.
Official source: 16thcircuit.org9.19 — 9.19
Issued as a certificate confirming the deposit of a will with the court for safekeeping during the testator's lifetime.
Official source: 16thcircuit.orgFOR-96 — 96 Hour Mental Health Forms - Application to Court for 96 Hour Detention, Evaluation and Treatment
Filed to request a court order for the 96-hour detention, evaluation, and treatment of an individual for mental health reasons.
Official source: 16thcircuit.orgApplication of Creditor for Refusal of Letters (Sec. 473.090, RSMo)
Filed by a creditor to request refusal of letters, allowing for simplified administration of a small estate.
Official source: 16thcircuit.orgApplication of Surviving Spouse for Refusal of Letters (Sec. 473.090, RSMo)
Filed by a surviving spouse to request refusal of letters, allowing for simplified administration of a small estate.
Official source: 16thcircuit.orgApplication of Unmarried Minor Child(ren) for Refusal of Letters (Sec. 473.090 RSMo)
Filed by unmarried minor children to request refusal of letters, allowing for simplified administration of a small estate.
Official source: 16thcircuit.orgPR30 — Application to Amend Order Refusing Letters
Filed to request the court to amend a previously issued order refusing letters of administration.
Official source: 16thcircuit.orgGN318 — Application To Inspect Confidential Court Records
Filed to request court permission to inspect confidential court records related to a specific case.
Official source: 16thcircuit.orgFI-35 — Confidential Redacted Information Filing Sheet
Used to file confidential or redacted information with the court, often accompanying a public document.
Official source: 16thcircuit.org12.30 — Intestate
Provides a checklist for applying for Letters of Administration when the deceased did not leave a will.
Official source: 16thcircuit.orgGN325 — Motion To Correct Redaction
Filed to request the court to correct redactions made in a document.
Official source: 16thcircuit.orgPR22 — PR22 - Appendix A
Provides supplementary information or an exhibit to be filed in conjunction with form PR22.
Official source: 16thcircuit.orgPR530 — PR530
Filed annually by a guardian to report on the personal status and well-being of an incapacitated person.
Official source: 16thcircuit.orgPR535 — PR535
Filed annually by a guardian and conservator to report on the status and financial affairs of the protected person.
Official source: 16thcircuit.orgGN320 — Redaction Certification (GN320)
Used to certify that sensitive information has been properly redacted from a document filed with the court.
Official source: 16thcircuit.org12.30 — Testate
Provides a checklist for applying for Letters Testamentary when the deceased left a will.
Official source: 16thcircuit.org
Instructions (5)
12.30 — Abbreviated Matters
Provides a checklist for handling abbreviated probate matters, including refusals, small estates, and wills.
Official source: 16thcircuit.org72.5 — Adult Guardian and Conservator
Provides a checklist for the process of establishing an adult guardianship and conservatorship.
Official source: 16thcircuit.org12.30 — Determination of Heirship
Provides a checklist for the process of determining the legal heirs of a deceased person.
Official source: 16thcircuit.org1.24 — Instructions Re Settlements
Provides instructions and guidance regarding the process and requirements for settlements in probate cases.
Official source: 16thcircuit.org72.5 — Minor Guardian and Conservator
Provides a checklist for the process of establishing a minor guardianship and conservatorship.
Official source: 16thcircuit.org
Guides and checklists (1)
7.13 — Informational Sheet: Contested Minor Guardianship
Official source: 16thcircuit.org
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Where to file
Jackson County Probate Court
415 East 12th Street, Kansas City, MO 64106
(816) 881-3934Hours, fees and contact details →More for Missouri
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