The Probate Department of the Court handles decedents' estates, trusts, and conservatorships. We'll need a photocopy of the death certificate to verify the identity and legal residence of your loved one as well as confirm date of death.This page covers a few common situations where you may not need formal probate. Fetal Death Certificates (Use the Death Certificate Request Form. Death Certificate: A certified copy of the death certificate must be included in the filings. Please note: For all account types, we require a death certificate. Death Certificate: A certified copy of the death certificate must be included in the filings. To be eligible for SNAP benefits, you must meet your state's requirements, including income limits. Learn more about MetLife employee benefits and financial solutions. Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.