Everything you need to know about Colorado Form JDF 888 SC, including helpful tips, fast facts & deadlines, how to fill it out, where to submit it and other related CO probate forms.
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.
Petition For Termination Of Conservatorship is a commonly used form within Colorado. 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:
Sometimes it’s tough to find a quick summary— here’s the important details you should know about Petition For Termination Of Conservatorship:
This form pertains to the State of Colorado
The current version of this form was last revised on June 1, 2019
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 Colorado’s Form JDF 888 SC - Petition For Termination Of Conservatorship up to date, certain details can change from time-to-time with little or no communication.
Double check that you have both the correct form name and the correct form ID. Some Colorado 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.
Fill out all relevant fields in Form JDF 888 SC, take a break, and then review. Probate and estate settlement processes in CO 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 JDF 888 SC 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).
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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 Colorado.
The sooner you begin, the faster Colorado 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?
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.
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.
It’s important to file any necessary state tax returns on behalf of the deceased or estate by the following tax season in Colorado. 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.
If a house in the State of Colorado 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 Colorado 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 Colorado probate clerk or court for exact answers regarding Form JDF 888 SC, and when in doubt— consult a qualified trust & estates lawyer for that area.
Petition For Termination Of Conservatorship is one of the many probate court forms available for download through Atticus.
It may also be available through some Colorado 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 Colorado.
While Atticus automatically provides the latest forms, be sure to choose the correct version of Form JDF 888 SC - Petition For Termination Of Conservatorship 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 Colorado probate court office.
Petition For Termination Of Conservatorship 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 Colorado-provided government platform. Once you’ve opened the form, you should be able to directly edit the form before saving or printing.
Form JDF 888 SC - Petition For Termination Of Conservatorship is a probate form in Colorado.
Colorado has multiple types of probate and the necessary forms depend on the unique aspects of each estate, such as type and value of assets, whether there was a valid will, who is serving as the personal representative or executor, and even whether or not they also live in Colorado.
During probate, all personal representatives and executives in are required to submit a detailed inventory of assets that must separate non-probate assets from probate assets.
Probate in Colorado, especially without guidance, can take years to finish and cost upwards of $14,000.
What is probate, exactly?
Probate is the government’s way of making sure that when a person dies, the right stuff goes to the right people (including the taxes the government wants).
All of that stuff is collectively known as someone’s “estate”, and it’s the job of the executor or personal representative to fill out all the forms and complete all the required steps to formally dissolve the estate.
To get instant clarity on the entire probate process and get an idea of the steps, timeline, and best practices, read the Atticus Beginner’s Guide to Probate.
Where can I get help with Probate?
The best place? Create an account in Atticus to start getting estate-specific advice.
You may need a lawyer, you may not, and paying for one when you didn’t need it really hurts. Atticus makes sure you make the best decisions (plus you can write it off as an executor expense).
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What does a CO executor or personal representative have to do?
An executor is named in someone’s will, and if the deceased didn’t have a will, then the spouse or other close family relative usually steps up to fulfill the role. If no one wants to do it, then a judge will appoint someone.
The executor is responsible for the complete management of the probate process, including major responsibilities such as:
Creating an inventory of all probate assets.
Filling out all necessary forms
Paying off all estate debts and taxes
Submitting reports to the court and beneficiaries as requested
And much more. This process often stretches longer than a year.
For an idea of what separates executors who succeed from those who make this way harder than it should be, visit our article, Executors of an Estate:
What they do & secrets to succeeding.
Here’s the text, verbatim, that is found on Colorado Form JDF 888 SC - Petition For Termination Of Conservatorship. You can use this to get an idea of the context of the form and what type of information is needed.
JDF 888SC R6/19 PETITION FOR TERMINATION OF CONSERVATORSHIP Page 1 of 4 ❑District Court ❑Denver Probate Court ___________________ County, Colorado Court Address: In the Interest of: Protected Person COURT USE ONLY Attorney or Party Without Attorney (Name and Address): Phone Number: E-mail: FAX Number: Atty. Reg. #: Case Number: Division Courtroom PETITION FOR TERMINATION OF CONSERVATORSHIP ❑ADULT ❑MINOR 1. The petitioner is: ❑the conservator for the protected person. ❑the protected person. ❑a person interested in the protected person’s welfare as follows: 2. Information about the petitioner: Name: Street Address: City: ____________________ State: _______________ Zip Code: _______________________ Mailing Address, if different: City: State: Zip Code: Primary Phone: ________________________ Alternate Phone: ___________________________ Email Address: 3. Petitioner requests that this conservatorship be terminated for the following reasons: ❑The conservatorship was created solely due to the minority of the protected person. The protected person was born on (date), and has attained the age of 21. ❑The protected person died on (date). ❑An estate has been opened in _______________________ (name of county) in __________________ (case number) and _______________________________ (name of personal representative) has been appointed. Note: The probate assets of the conservatorship must pass to the personal representative of the estate unless ordered by the court. ❑An estate action is not being opened for the following reasons: JDF 888SC R6/19 PETITION FOR TERMINATION OF CONSERVATORSHIP Page 2 of 4 ❑The protected person’s inability to manage property and business affairs has been resolved as follows: Note: If this option is selected, the petitioner must contact the court to set a date and time for a hearing or file a request to waive the hearing. ❑The assets of the conservatorship are insufficient to warrant continued administration. Identify current value: Assets: $ ______________, Liabilities: $ ___________________ Net Value $ __________________. ❑Other: 4. The following persons were designated to receive notice of subsequent actions in the Order Appointing Conservator. Name Address Relationship to Protected Person 5. The Conservator has collected and managed the assets of this estate, filed the required conservator’s Financial Plan with Inventory and Conservator Reports, paid all lawful claims against this estate, and performed all other acts required of a conservator by law. 6. Schedule of Distribution. The assets of the conservatorship are as follows: Description of Assets Value $ All of the assets of the conservatorship will be distributed to the: ❑Protected Person ❑Personal Representative ❑Other: JDF 888SC R6/19 PETITION FOR TERMINATION OF CONSERVATORSHIP Page 3 of 4 Unless an evidentiary hearing is required by law or by the court, the petitioner requests, after notice of hearing without appearance pursuant to C.R.P.P. 24, that the 1. Court terminate the conservatorship. 2. Conservator’s Final Report (including the payment of all fees, costs and expenses of administration as set forth therein) be: ❑Dispensed with (all required waivers (JDF 889) must accompany this petition); or ❑Allowed (accepted as filed without audit); or ❑Approved after audit; or ❑Other: 3. Court enter an order directing the conservator to distribute all assets of the conservatorship as set forth in the Schedule of Distribution, section 6, above. Petitioner further requests that, upon filing final receipts, appropriate instruments evidencing transfer of title, or evidence confirming the ordered distribution pursuant to the Schedule of Distribution in section 6, the court issue a Decree of Final Discharge, whereupon the conservator and any surety on the Conservator's bond must be released and discharged from all liability arising in connection with the performance of the conservator's duties, and that the administration of this conservatorship be terminated. ❑ By checking this box, I am acknowledging I am filling in the blanks and not changing anything else on the form. ❑ By checking this box, I am acknowledging that I have made a change to the original content of this form. VERIFICATION I declare under penalty of perjury under the law of Colorado that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed on the ______ day of Executed on the ______ day of (date) (date) _______________________, _________, _______________________, _________, (month) (year) (month) (year) at ______________________________________ at ______________________________________ (city or other location, and state OR country) (city or other location, and state OR country) _______________________________ _______________________________ (printed name) (printed name) _______________________________ _______________________________ (Signature of Conservator/Successor) (Signature of Co-Conservator/Successor, if any) _________________________________________ __________________ Attorney Signature, (if any) Date JDF 888SC R6/19 PETITION FOR TERMINATION OF CONSERVATORSHIP Page 4 of 4 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I certify that on ___________________ (date), a copy of this _______________ (name of document) was served as follows on each of the following: Name and Address Relationship to Decedent, Ward, or Protected Person Manner of Service* *Insert one of the following: hand delivery, first-class mail, certified mail, e-service, or fax. ___________________________________________ Signature
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