Oklahoma Small Estate Affidavit Template
This document serves as a template for an Oklahoma Small Estate Affidavit, designed to simplify the process of asset distribution for estates meeting specific criteria under Oklahoma law. It is based on the provisions outlined in the Oklahoma Small Estates Act.
To be eligible, the total value of the decedent's estate must not exceed the amount specified by state law, excluding certain assets. This document should be completed by a successor of the decedent (such as a family member) and notarized before submission to the appropriate entity.
Personal Information:
- Full Name of Decedent: _______________________________
- Date of Death: _______________________________
- County of Decedent's Residence: _______________________________
- Full Name of Affiant/Claimant: _______________________________
- Relationship to Decedent: _______________________________
- Address of Affiant: _______________________________
- Contact Number of Affiant: _______________________________
Description of Estate Assets:
Please provide a detailed listing of the assets comprising the decedent's estate, along with estimated values. This section may include but is not limited to bank accounts, vehicles, and personal property.)
- Asset Description: _________________________________________ Value: ________________
- Asset Description: _________________________________________ Value: ________________
- Asset Description: _________________________________________ Value: ________________
Declarations:
I, [Name of Affiant], swear under penalty of perjury that the information provided in this affidavit is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that this affidavit is being made for the purpose of claiming property of the decedent under the Oklahoma Small Estates Act.
This document does not transfer title of real estate. The undersigned further declares that the decedent's estate does not exceed the threshold amount as per Oklahoma law and that there is no pending petition for the appointment of a personal representative for the decedent's estate.
Signature of Affiant: _______________________________
Date: _______________________________
Subscribed and sworn to before me on this ___ day of _______________, 20_____.
Notary Public: _______________________________
My commission expires: _______________________________
Please consult with a legal professional if you have questions about this form or the process it entails. This template is provided with no guarantees and should be used as a preliminary tool in the administration of a small estate in Oklahoma.