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Kentucky probate law is designed to ensure that the assets of the estate remain in the correct hands and to prevent fraud. The probate process works by establishing a court-appointed representative who, acting in good faith, manages the affairs of the decedent's estate and notifies all interested parties.

As noted in the Kentucky Revised Statute 395.010, you must file for probate within 10 years of the individual's death. However, filing as soon as possible after the person's death will allow you to complete the probate process promptly.

The first step is to locate the deceased person's original will. The second step is to file a petition, using form AOC-805, which asks the District Court judge to admit the will to probate and to appoint an execu- tor to administer and settle the decedent's estate. KRS §§394.140, 394.145.

DISTRICT CIVIL/PROBATE DISTRICT CIVIL/PROBATEPetition to Probate Estate with Will$172.50Petition to Probate Estate without Will$125.50Postage (Small Claims ? certified)$14.99 per defendantSettlement for Minor (under $10,000.00)$110.5017 more rows

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Kentucky has a lenient time requirement for probate. ing to the Kentucky Revised Statutes 395.010, it must be completed within 10 years after the person's death. However, it is better to file soon after the person's death and to complete the probate process as quickly as possible.