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== Types of Probate Records == | == Types of Probate Records == | ||
'''Will'''. Technically, a will conveys real (immovable) property to heirs after an individual’s death. A registered will is an official copy made by a court clerk. | '''Will'''. Technically, a will conveys real (immovable) property to heirs after an individual’s death. A registered will is an official copy made by a court clerk. Click [[File:Example.jpg|here]] to see sample Wills. | ||
'''Testament'''. A testament conveys personal (moveable) property to heirs. The term, will, since early times has commonly referred to both a will and a testament. | '''Testament'''. A testament conveys personal (moveable) property to heirs. The term, will, since early times has commonly referred to both a will and a testament. | ||
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'''Admon with Will'''. This record grants administration to someone else when the executor named in the will is deceased or is unwilling or unable to act as executor. A copy of the will is attached. | '''Admon with Will'''. This record grants administration to someone else when the executor named in the will is deceased or is unwilling or unable to act as executor. A copy of the will is attached. | ||
'''Inventory'''. An inventory lists belongings and their values, including such items as household goods, tools, and personal items. Occupations are often mentioned. | '''Inventory'''. An inventory lists belongings and their values, including such items as household goods, tools, and personal items. Occupations are often mentioned. Click here to see sample Inventories. | ||
'''Act Book'''. An act book contains day-by-day accounts of court actions, usually giving brief details of the probate matters dealt with. In the absence of indexes, these books help locate desired documents. Click here to see sample Act Books. | |||
'''Bond'''. A bond is a written guarantee that a person will faithfully perform the tasks assigned to him by a probate court. The executor posted a testamentary bond, the administrator posted an administration bond, and the guardian of a minor child posted a bond of tuition or curation. | '''Bond'''. A bond is a written guarantee that a person will faithfully perform the tasks assigned to him by a probate court. The executor posted a testamentary bond, the administrator posted an administration bond, and the guardian of a minor child posted a bond of tuition or curation. Click here to see sample Bonds. | ||
== General Historical Background == | == General Historical Background == | ||