2015 Code
Certificate of heir
Article 853 states who may apply and what the Court may require. It does not establish the current filing office, form, fee, or processing time.
Short answer
An heir may apply to the Court for a certificate identifying the deceased and the share of the succession the heir is called to take. The Court may require evidence and security it considers appropriate.
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Apply to the Court
An heir may apply for a certificate identifying the deceased and the share of the succession the heir is called to take.
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Provide evidence or security if required
The Court may require evidence and securities that it considers appropriate.
What the text says
- An heir may apply for a certificate of heir.
- The certificate concerns the deceased and the applicant’s share of the succession.
- The Court may require evidence and securities.
What to confirm
- Which court currently receives the application
- The current filing location and form
- The current fee
- Expected processing time
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