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:a. The will is presented in probate court by written application or petition. | :a. The will is presented in probate court by written application or petition. | ||
:b. The court admits the will to probate, a hearing is set and published. | :b. The court admits the will to probate, a hearing is set and published. | ||
4. The will is recorded and registered by the court (small fee). | 4. The will is recorded and registered by the court (small fee). The will is usually indexed in this step. <br> | ||
5. The executor pays the bills with approval of the court; notice to creditors is published. <br> | 5. The executor pays the bills with approval of the court; notice to creditors is published. <br> | ||
6. Provisions of the will are carried out; decree of distribution may be completed by the executor.<br> | 6. Provisions of the will are carried out; decree of distribution may be completed by the executor.<br> | ||
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