Affidavit of Death Joint Tenant - Jan 2015

The Affidavit of Death Joint Tenant is a legal document that facilitates property ownership transfer upon the demise of one co-owner. This form helps update the property title by removing the name of the deceased and ensuring the survivor's rights. It seeks details about both the dead and surviving parties, as well as the property. Once completed, it should be submitted to the county recorder's office of the property's location.

Individuals who jointly own property with another person must transfer ownership after one of the joint tenants dies.

The completed Affidavit of Death Joint Tenant should be submitted to the county recorder's office where the property is located.