Instructions For Completing The Petition To Discharge And/or Terminate (And Release Funds)

There are all sorts of forms executors, beneficiaries, and probate court clerks have to fill out and correspond with during probate and estate settlement, including affidavits, letters, petitions, summons, orders, and notices.

Instructions For Completing The Petition To Discharge And/or Terminate (And Release Funds) is a commonly used form within Arizona. Here’s an overview of what the form is and means, including a breakdown of the situations when (or why) you may need to use it:

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• This form pertains to the State of Arizona

Government forms are not typically updated often, though when they are, it often happens rather quietly. While Atticus works hard to keep this information about Arizona’s Form pbgcda11iz - Instructions For Completing The Petition To Discharge And/or Terminate (And Release Funds) up to date, certain details can change from time-to-time with little or no communication.

Step 1 - Download the correct Arizona form based on the name and ID if applicable

Double check that you have both the correct form name and the correct form ID. Some Arizona probate forms can look remarkably similar, so it’s best to double, even triple-check that you’re using the right one! Keep in mind that not all States have a standardized Form ID system for their probate forms.

Step 2 - Complete the Document

Fill out all relevant fields in Form pbgcda11iz, take a break, and then review. Probate and estate settlement processes in AZ are long enough to begin with, and making a silly error can push your timeline even farther back. No thank you!

Note: If you don’t currently know all of the answers and are accessing Form pbgcda11iz online, be sure to avoid closing the browser tab and potentially losing all your progress (or use a platform like Atticus to help avoid making mistakes).

Step 3 - Have Form pbgcda11iz witnessed or notarized (if required)

Some States and situations require particular forms to be notarized. If you have been instructed to get the document notarized or see it in writing on the document, then make sure to hire a local notary. There are max notary fees in the United States that are defined and set by local law. Take a look at our full guide to notary fees to make sure you aren’t overpaying or getting ripped off.

Step 4 - Submit Instructions For Completing The Petition To Discharge And/or Terminate (And Release Funds) to the relevant office

This is most often the local probate court where the decedent (person who passed away) is domiciled (permanently resides) or the institution involved with this particular form (e.g. a bank). Some offices allow you to submit forms online, other’s don’t, and we while we generally recommend going in-person to expedite the process, sometimes that simply isn’t an option.

It’s also a generally good idea to establish a positive working relationship with any probate clerk (unfortunately there’s enough people & process out there making things more difficult and unnecessarily confusing for them), so a best practice is to simply ask the probate clerk proactively exactly how and where they’d prefer you to submit all forms.

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Different probate forms or processes can require different deadlines or response times for completing the appropriate form.

While some steps in the process are bound to specific deadlines (like petitioning for probate, having to submit an inventory of assets, or filing applicable notices to creditors and beneficiaries), many probate forms or processes are not tied to a specific deadline since the scope of work can vary based on situational factors or requirements involved.

Either way, there are a bunch of practical reasons why personal representatives should work to complete each step as thoroughly and quickly as possible when completing probate in Arizona.

5 reasons you should submit pbgcda11iz as quickly as possible:

1. The sooner you begin, the faster Arizona can allow heirs and beneficiaries to get their share of assets subject to probate. Acting promptly can also decrease the costs & overall mental fatigue through an otherwise burdensome process.
   
   Helpful Context: What’s the Difference Between Probate and Non-Probate Assets?

2. In general, creditors of an estate usually have around 3-6 months from the time you file notice to creditors to file any claims for debt against the deceased’s assets. If they don’t, then that debt is forfeited (and more importantly, the executor won’t be held personally responsible). So doing this sooner means you have a better idea of who is owed what and ensures you won’t get a surprise collector months later.

3. Not filing a will within 30 days (on average) could mean that the probate process proceeds according to intestate laws (laws that govern what happens to someone's stuff without a will) or is subject to unnecessary supervision by the probate court. And if you aren't directly related to the deceased (a.k.a. next of kin), this could also mean you lose your inheritance.

4. It’s important to file any necessary state tax returns on behalf of the deceased or estate by the following tax season in Arizona. If you don’t, you could owe penalties and interest. This also includes any necessary federal tax returns such as Forms 1040, 1041, or even a Form 706 estate tax return.

5. If a house in the State of Arizona is left empty (or abandoned) for a while, insurance can get dicey. For example, if the house burns down and no one has been there for a year, an insurance company may get out of paying your claim.

If you’re not using Atticus to get specific forms, deadlines, and timelines for Arizona probate, then try and stay as organized as possible, pay close attention to the dates mentioned in any correspondence you have with the State’s government officials, call the local Arizona probate clerk or court for exact answers regarding Form pbgcda11iz, and when in doubt— consult a qualified trust & estates lawyer for that area.

Instructions For Completing The Petition To Discharge And/or Terminate (And Release Funds) is one of the many probate court forms available for download through Atticus.

It may also be available through some Arizona probate court sites, such as . In order to access the latest version, be updated with any revisions, and get full instructions on how to complete each form, check out the Atticus Probate & Estate Settlement software or consider hiring a qualified legal expert locally within Arizona.

While Atticus automatically provides the latest forms, be sure to choose the correct version of Form pbgcda11iz - Instructions For Completing The Petition To Discharge And/or Terminate (And Release Funds) f using any other site or resource in order to avoid having to re-complete the form process and/or make another trip to the Arizona probate court office.

Instructions For Completing The Petition To Discharge And/or Terminate (And Release Funds) is a .pdf, so opening it should be as simple as clicking “View Form” from within the Atticus app or by clicking the appropriate link found on any Arizona-provided government platform. Once you’ve opened the form, you should be able to directly edit the form before saving or printing.

Here’s the text, verbatim, that is found on Arizona Form pbgcda11iz - Instructions For Completing The Petition To Discharge And/or Terminate (And Release Funds). You can use this to get an idea of the context of the form and what type of information is needed.

SELF-SERVICE CENTER INSTRUCTIONS: HOW TO FILL OUT THE PETITION FOR DISCHARGE AND/OR TERMINATION IN A CASE OF GUARDIAN/CONSERVATORSHIP OF AN ADULT COMPLETE THIS PETITION to ask the court to remove yourself or someone else from serving as guardian and/or conservator for an adult, and/or to close (“terminate”) the case with the court if a guardian or conservator is no longer needed. DECIDE IF YOU NEED TO DISCHARGE, OR TERMINATE, OR BOTH. • Complete the sections relating to “Discharge” if you want to ask the Court to release you or someone else from serving as guardian or conservator. • Complete the sections relating to “Termination” if the case should be closed because the incapacitated or protected adult no longer needs a guardian or conservator, and no replacement (“successor”) guardian or conservator needs to be appointed. NOTE 1. In guardianship matters, the court refers to the person for whom the guardian was appointed as “the ward”, or “the incapacitated adult”. 2. In conservatorships, the person for whom a conservator is appointed is known as “the protected person” or ”the protected adult”. 3. On this petition, all of these terms are used to refer to the adult for whom the guardian and/or conservator was appointed. STEP 1 Fill in the information requested at the top left of the page about you, the person filing this petition. Then check the box to indicate whether this petition is concerning a guardianship, a conservatorship, or both, and write in the name of the protected adult and the case number. 1. Write in or check the boxes to indicate the following: • The Name of the person currently serving as guardian and/or conservator. • Whether that person is serving as guardian and conservator, just guardian, or conservator only. Note that this form assumes that you are wanting to remove one person from serving as guardian and/or conservator. If this is NOT the case and there are separate persons serving as guardian and conservator and you want to remove BOTH persons from their duties, you will need to add to or modify this form to provide the same information as in this (1.) section about the second person. 2. Write in the name and date of birth of the incapacitated or protected adult (“the Ward”). 3. TERMINATION. If there is no longer a need for either a guardian or conservator and the case should be closed, check one of the boxes to indicate “why”. Attach any documents related to the reason you selected that are listed on the form. If the incapacitated or protected person still needs a guardian or conservator, skip this section (3) and go to 4. ©Superior Court of Arizona in Maricopa County PBGCDA11i 040109 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Use current form Page 1 of 2 4. DISCHARGE. Read carefully and check the appropriate box to indicate why the guardian and/or conservator should be discharged and released from his or her duties. Again, if there are separate persons serving as guardian and conservator, and you want to discharge BOTH, this form will need to be added to or modified to handle that situation. If you check the third box (at top of page 2), EXPLAIN. WRITE NEATLY. Numbers 5, 6, 7, and 8, apply to conservatorships only. If no conservatorship, skip to #9. 5. (A) Provide the information requested about any restricted bank or financial account. List only the last 4 digits of any account number. Check the box only to indicate there is more than one account and provide the same information as requested in this section (5(A)) on an attached page for each additional account. You may list more than one account on the attached page. (B) Provide the information requested about any real property (“real estate” (land)). Check the box only to indicate there is more than one property and provide the same information as requested in this section (5(B)) on an attached page for each additional property. You may list more than one property on the attached page. 6. STATEMENT ABOUT RESTRICTED FUNDS. Check one of the boxes to indicate whether you have or have not made any withdrawals from any restricted or protected account without a written court order. If you have, EXPLAIN. Include the date and the amount of the withdrawal and the reason (what it was used for). If more space is required, write-in “continues on attached page” and continue there. 7. REQUEST CONCERNING RESTRICTED FUNDS. IF there is any money or other assets left in any restricted account, read this section (7) carefully. Check the box and provide any requested information to indicate what you want done with those funds or other financial assets (such as stocks, bonds, CDs (certificates of deposit), etc.). If the first two choices do not adequately handle the situation, use the “Other” section to write-in how you want any remaining restricted funds to be handled. WRITE NEATLY. 8. Check the box for this section (8) if both sentences are true.  Before proceeding, make sure you understand the difference between “discharge” and “terminate” as explained on the preceding page.  Do not request an order terminating and closing the case if a successor (replacement) guardian or conservator should be appointed because the incapacitated or protected adult still needs protection. 9. I WANT THE COURT TO ORDER . . . Carefully check the appropriate boxes under “A” and/or “B” to indicate exactly what you want the court to order. Your selections should reflect the same choices as you indicated earlier under numbers “3” and “4” on the first page regarding discharge and/or termination. WHAT TO DO NEXT: Read and follow the instructions on the last document in this packet: “PROCEDURES: How to ask the Court to Discharge a Guardian or Conservator ...” ©Superior Court of Arizona in Maricopa County PBGCDA11i 040109 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Use current form Page 2 of 2