Petition For Final Settlement [And Approval Of Valid Settlement Agreement]

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 Final Settlement [And Approval Of Valid Settlement Agreement] is a commonly used form within Kansas. 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:

The Petition should recite the names, ages, relationships and addresses of all heirs, devisees and legatees, irrespective of their entitlement to benefits, so far as known or can with reasonable diligence be ascertained. If no interested party is in the service, an Affidavit Pursuant to Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, Form 523, must be filed on or before the date of the hearing on the Petition. Similarly, if interested parties are in the service or under any legal disability, the Written Defenses of the Attorney Representing Interests of Persons Pursuant to Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, must be filed. See generally, Forms 522 and 528. Notice must also be given to all conservators, if any.

Atticus Fast Facts About Petition For Final Settlement [And Approval Of Valid Settlement Agreement]

Sometimes it’s tough to find a quick summary— here’s the important details you should know about Petition For Final Settlement [And Approval Of Valid Settlement Agreement]:

• This form pertains to the State of Kansas

• The relevant probate statute or Kansas laws related to this form include: K.S.A. 53-601, K.S.A. 59-1401, K.S.A. 59-1501, K.S.A. 59-1502, K.S.A. 59-2204, K.S.A. 59-2247, K.S.A. 79-303, K.S.A. 79-3220(c), Internal Revenue Code Section 641(b), S. Ct. Rule 111

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 Kansas’s Form 555 - Petition For Final Settlement [And Approval Of Valid Settlement Agreement] up to date, certain details can change from time-to-time with little or no communication.

Step 1 - Download the correct Kansas 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 Kansas 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 555, take a break, and then review. Probate and estate settlement processes in KS 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 555 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 555 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 Petition For Final Settlement [And Approval Of Valid Settlement Agreement] 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.

Need help getting in touch with a local probate court or identifying a domicile probate jurisdiction?

👉 Find and Contact your Local Probate Court

👉 What is a Domicile Jurisdiction?

Sponsored by Atticus App

Need help with Kansas Probate?

Join all the other families who have trusted Atticus through probate, and experience the peace that comes from knowing you're taking the right steps, spending the least amount of money, and not wasting a single second.

Start for free

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 Kansas.

5 reasons you should submit 555 as quickly as possible:

1. The sooner you begin, the faster Kansas 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 Kansas. 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 Kansas 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 Kansas 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 Kansas probate clerk or court for exact answers regarding Form 555, and when in doubt— consult a qualified trust & estates lawyer for that area.

Petition For Final Settlement [And Approval Of Valid Settlement Agreement] is one of the many probate court forms available for download through Atticus.

It may also be available through some Kansas 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 Kansas.

While Atticus automatically provides the latest forms, be sure to choose the correct version of Form 555 - Petition For Final Settlement [And Approval Of Valid Settlement Agreement] 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 Kansas probate court office.

Petition For Final Settlement [And Approval Of Valid Settlement Agreement] 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 Kansas-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 Kansas Form 555 - Petition For Final Settlement [And Approval Of Valid Settlement Agreement]. You can use this to get an idea of the context of the form and what type of information is needed.

500-\\u001805 Kansas Probate Forms 3d 555 (CAPTION) PETITION FOR FINAL SETTLEMENT [AND APPROVAL OF VALID SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT] Mary Doe, Petitioner, states: \\u0018. Petitioner is a resident of Apache County, Kansas, whose address is Route 1, Hometown, Kansas 66648. 2. Petitioner is the duly appointed, qualified and acting Executor of the Estate of John Doe, deceased, by virtue of Letters Testamentary granted by the court on August 4, 2009; more than six months have expired since the date of death of the decedent; more than four months have expired since the first published notice to creditors; actual notice has been given by mail to all known or reasonably ascertainable creditors; and the Estate has been fully administered. 3. John Doe died testate at Hometown, Kansas, on July 3, 2009; John Doe left a will dated April \\u00185, 2009, which was admitted to probate and record in this court on August 4, 2009; no appeal has been taken from the Order Admitting the Will to Probate, the time for appeal has expired, no later will has been offered for probate and the time for offering such a will has expired. 4. John Doe was survived by the following named persons who, so far as known or can with reasonable diligence be ascertained, are all of John Doe's heirs: Residence Mailing Name Age Relationship Address Address I. Mary Doe Adult Wife Route 1 Same Hometown, KS 66648 II. Theodore R. Doe Adult Son \\u0018220 Main Street Same Metropolis, KS 66625 III. Robert E. Doe Adult Son P.O. Box 238 Serial # 83297336 Kaw City, KS APO, New York, 66600 NY IV. Thomas E. Doe Adult Son Crossroads, AZ Same 79\\u001808 V. Mary Ann Jones \\u00186 yrs Granddaughter Dry Creek, CO Same born 66875 \\u0018993 2021 500-\\u001806 Kansas Probate Forms 3d (Mary Ann Jones is the child of Mary Doe Jones, a prior deceased daughter of decedent.) VI. A. David J. Doe Adult Grandson Dry Creek, CO Same 66875 B. Paul J. Doe Adult Grandson Dry Creek, CO Same 66875 (David J. Doe and Paul J. Doe are the children of Peter J. Doe, a prior deceased son of decedent.) 5. Decedent had no spouse, children, issue of deceased children or other heirs who survived the decedent other than the persons above named. 6. The names, ages, relationships, residences and addresses of the devisees and legatees so far as known or can with reasonable diligence be ascertained are: Residence Mailing Name Age Relationship Address Address I. Mary Doe Adult Wife Route 1 Same Hometown, KS 66648 II. Theodore R. Doe Adult Son \\u0018220 Main Street Same Metropolis, KS 66625 III. Robert E. Doe Adult Son P.O. Box 238 Serial # 83297336 Kaw City, KS APO, New York, 66600 NY IV. Mary Ann Jones \\u00186 yrs Granddaughter Dry Creek, CO Same born 66875 \\u0018993 (Mary Ann Jones is the child of Mary Doe Jones, a prior deceased daughter of decedent.) V. Henry H. Doe 6 years Grandson Crossroads, AZ Same born 79\\u001808 2003 (Henry H. Doe is the son of Thomas E. Doe, a disinherited son of decedent). VI. A. David J. Doe Adult Grandson Dry Creek, CO Same 66875 B. Paul J. Doe Adult Grandson Dry Creek, CO Same 66875 (David J. Doe and Paul J. Doe are the children of Peter J. Doe, a prior deceased son of decedent.) VII. The Hometown State Bank Trustee Hometown, KS Same designated 66648 in decedent's will VIII. The People's Church Designated Hometown, KS Same Legatee 66648 7. The following heirs, devisees and legatees have a legal disability or are in the military service. The names and addresses of their duly appointed personal 2021 500-\\u001807 Kansas Probate Forms 3d representatives, so far as known or can with reasonable diligence be ascertained are: Heir, Devisee or Name of Personal Representative Address of Personal Legatee's Name Representative Capacity Representative Robert E. Doe U. B. Brief Attorney appointed Metropolis, KS 66625 pursuant to Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Henry H. Doe M. R. Docket Guardian Ad Litem Metropolis, KS 66625 Mary Ann Jones Walt Brown Conservator 2020 W. 20th Hometown, KS 66666 8. A full, true and correct account by the Petitioner of the administration of the Estate is marked Exhibit A and incorporated by reference. [9. No Kansas estate tax is chargeable against the estate.] \\u00180. [Neither the decedent nor a predeceased spouse of the decedent were paid medical assistance under K.S.A. 39-709(e) or the laws of any other state or states.] or [The Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Estate Recovery Unit, was duly notified of the filing of the Petition for Probate of Will and Issuance of Letters Testamentary as required by K.S.A. 59-2222.] \\u0018\\u0018. All demands against the Estate of the decedent have been paid as authorized by law or the orders of the court, and the time for filing of demands has expired. \\u00182. The Petitioner waives compensation for services as Executor and has employed Pleader, Pleader & Tryor as attorneys; U. B. Brief has been appointed as required by the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act; M. R. Docket has been appointed Guardian ad litem for a minor in this case; the attorneys and the Guardian ad litem have performed valuable services in this Estate and allowances should be made for their services and their expenses as follows: (a) To the Executor for attorneys' fees in the sum of $xxx.xx, and their expenses in the sum of $xxx.xx. (b) To U. B. Brief in the sum of $xxx.xx. (c) To M. R. Docket in the sum of $xxx.xx. \\u00183. The decedent owned at the time of death, the following described real estate situated in Apache County, Kansas. 2021 500-\\u001808 Kansas Probate Forms 3d Section 15, Township 20 South, Range 30, West of the 6th P.M., containing 640 acres more or less. The Northeast quarter of Section 10, Township 20 South, Range 30 West of the 6th P.M., containing \\u001860 acres more or less. The Northwest quarter of Section 10, Township 20 South, Range 30 West of the 6th P.M., containing \\u001860 aces more or less. The Southeast quarter of Section 10, Township 20 South, Range 30 West of the 6th P.M., containing \\u001860 acres more or less. The Southwest quarter of Section 10, Township 20 South, Range 30 West of the 6th P.M., containing \\u001860 acres more or less. \\u00184. Decedent's spouse Mary Doe consented in writing to the Last Will and Testament of the decedent, as determined by the court in its Order Admitting Decedent's Will to Probate, [and Determining Valid Consent of Spouse]. [Alternative \\u00185. The Last Will and Testament of the decedent should be construed to distribute the Estate as follows: (a) Pecuniary bequest in the form of a testamentary trust of $10,000 to the Hometown State Bank, Hometown, Kansas, Trustee, for the benefit of Henry H. Doe, a minor grandson of the testator. (b) Specific bequest of a stamp collection, having an approximate value of $1,000, to Mary Ann Jones, a minor granddaughter of the testator. (c) Pecuniary bequest of $10,000 to Theodore R. Doe. (d) Pecuniary bequest of $10,000 to Robert E. Doe. (e) Pecuniary bequest of $10,000 to Mary Ann Jones. (f) Pecuniary bequest of $10,000 to David J. Doe. (g) Pecuniary bequest of $10,000 to Paul J. Doe. (h) Specific devise of the following described real estate to Robert E. Doe: The Northeast quarter of Section 10, Township 20 South, Range 30 West of the 6th P.M., containing \\u001860 acres more or less, Apache County, Kansas. (i) Specific devise of the following described real estate to Theodore R. Doe: 2021 500-\\u001809 Kansas Probate Forms 3d The Northwest quarter of Section 10, Township 20 South, Range 30 West of the 6th P.M., containing \\u001860 acres more or less, Apache County, Kansas. (j) Specific devise of the following described real estate to Mary Ann Jones: The Southeast quarter of Section 10, Township 20 South, Range 30 West of the 6th P.M., containing \\u001860 acres more or less, Apache County, Kansas. (k) Specific devise of the following described real estate to David J. Doe and Paul J. Doe: The Southwest quarter of Section 10, Township 20 South, Range 30 West of the 6th P.M., containing \\u001860 acres more or less, Apache County, Kansas. (l) Pecuniary bequest of $5,000 to The People's Church. (m) Residue of estate to Mary J. Doe, wife of the testator, including the following described real estate situated in Apache County, Kansas: Section 15, Township 20 South, Range 30 West of the 6th P.M., containing 640 acres more or less.] OR [Alternative \\u00185. The instrument dated July \\u00185, 2009, and filed with this Petition is a Valid Settlement Agreement pursuant to K.S.A. 59-102(8), is in the best interests of persons under disability and should be approved and it and the Last Will and Testament of the decedent should be construed to distribute the Estate as follows: (a) Pecuniary bequest in the form of a testamentary trust of $10,000 to the Hometown State Bank, Hometown, Kansas, Trustee, for the benefit of Henry H. Doe, a minor grandson of the testator. (b) Specific bequest of a stamp collection, having an approximate value of $1,000, to Mary Ann Jones, a minor granddaughter of the testator. (c) Pecuniary bequest of $10,000 to Theodore R. Doe. (d) Pecuniary bequest of $10,000 to Robert E. Doe. (e) Pecuniary bequest of $10,000 to Mary Ann Jones. (f) Pecuniary bequest of $10,000 to David J. Doe. (g) Pecuniary bequest of $10,000 to Paul J. Doe. 2021 500-\\u0018\\u00180 Kansas Probate Forms 3d (h) The following described real estate to Robert E. Doe, subject to a ten-year mineral interest described in subsection (l); The Northeast quarter of Section 10, Township 20 South, Range 30 West of the 6th P.M., containing \\u001860 acres more or less, Apache County, Kansas. (i) The following described real estate to Theodore R. Doe, subject to a ten- year mineral interest described in subsection (l): The Northwest quarter of Section 10, Township 20 South, Range 30 West of the 6th P.M., containing \\u001860 acres more or less, Apache County, Kansas. (j) The following described real estate to Mary Ann Jones, subject to a ten- year mineral interest described in subsection (l): The Southeast quarter of Section 10, Township 20 South, Range 30 West of the 6th P.M., containing \\u001860 acres more or less, Apache County, Kansas. (k) The following described real estate to David J. Doe and Paul J. Doe, subject to a ten-year mineral interest described in subsection (l): The Southwest quarter of Section 10, Township 20 South, Range 30 West of the 6th P.M., containing \\u001860 acres more or less, Apache County, Kansas. (l) Mineral interest in the following described real estate, for a ten-year period beginning July 3, 2009 and as long thereafter as extended by production: Section 10, Township 20 South, Range 30 West of the 6th P.M., containing 640 acres more or less, Apache County, Kansas, is assigned as follows: Name Interest Thomas E. Doe Undivided one-fifth interest Robert E. Doe Undivided one-fifth interest Theodore R. Doe Undivided one-fifth interest Mary Ann Jones Undivided one-fifth interest David J. Doe Undivided one-tenth interest Paul J. Doe Undivided one-tenth interest 2021 500-\\u0018\\u0018\\u0018 Kansas Probate Forms 3d (m) Pecuniary bequest of $5,000 to The People's Church. (n) Residue of the Estate to Mary Doe, wife of the testator, including the following described real estate situated in Apache County, Kansas. Section 15, Township 20 South, Range 30 West of the 6th P.M., containing 640 acres more or less.] PETITIONER REQUESTS that Petitioner's acts be approved; Petitioner's account be settled and allowed; heirs be determined; the [Will] [and Valid Settlement Agreement] be construed and the estate be assigned to the persons entitled thereto; the court find the allowances requested for attorneys' and Guardian ad litem fees and expenses are reasonable, should be allowed and ordered paid; the court costs be determined and ordered paid; the administration of the Estate be closed; upon the filing of receipts the Petitioner be finally discharged as the Executor of the Estate of John Doe, deceased, and Petitioner [and the surety on Petitioner's bond] be released from further liability. MARY DOE Petitioner (SWORN OR UNSWORN VERIFICATION) (See Form 503) /s/ W.B. Pleader W.B. Pleader, # 00000 PLEADER, PLEADER & TRYOR The Hometown State Bank Building Hometown, Kansas 66648 (913) 555-0000 [Fax: (913) 555-1111] wbpleader@ppt.com Attorneys for Petitioner 2021 500-\\u0018\\u00182 Kansas Probate Forms 3d EXHIBIT A Account of Mary Doe, Executor of the Estate of John Doe, deceased, July 3, 2009-April 4, 20\\u00180 RECEIPTS Date Received From Explanation Amount 07-03-09 Cash Cash On Person of Decedent ....................$ 42.00 08-05-09 Frank Johnston Balance due on Promissory Note .............$ 2,325.51 08-05-09 Hometown State Bank Checking Account ....................................$ 1,000.00 08-05-09 Hometown State Bank Savings Account .......................................$ 12,063.29 08-05-09 Hometown State Bank Certificate of Deposit ...............................$ 31,613.40 10-01-09 Kansas Power & Light Dividends .................................................$ 225.00 \\u00180-\\u00180-09 Long Life Ins. Co. Policy #xx60\\u0018\\u0018 .........................................$ 10,000.00 \\u00180-\\u00180-09 Long Life Ins. Co. Int. on insurance proceeds \\u001800 days at 8% simple .................................................$ 219.18 \\u00180-\\u00182-09 Z. Z. Smith Sale of Ford Pickup ..................................$ 1,600.00 10-12-09 U. R. Farmer Sale of Farm Machinery, Tools, and Equipment: One 2005 John Deere 5040 Tractor .........$ 40,000.00 One 2000 Sunflower 12' Disc ...................$ 4,000.00 One 2000 IHC Planter ..............................$ 3,000.00 Miscellaneous Tools and Equipment ........$ 3,041.20 10-12-09 Hometown State Bank Redemption of U. S. Savings Bonds ($5,000, $6,308 and $5,832) ....................$ 17,140.00 \\u00180-\\u00182-09 Hometown Elevator Co. Sale of \\u0018000 Bushels of Inventoried Wheat .......................................................$ 2,550.00 11-01-09 Lenexa IRB IRB cpn ....................................................$ 156.25 01-01-10 Kansas Power & Light Dividends .................................................$ 240.00 04-01-10 Kansas Power & Light Dividends .................................................$ 240.00 Total Receipts .................................................................................$ 129,555.83 DISBURSEMENTS Date Paid To Purpose Amount 08-05-09 F. F. Hatfield Commissioner Fees ..................................$ 25.00 08-05-09 G. O. Back Witness Fee and Mileage .........................$ 16.00 08-16-09 R. E. Dealer Appraiser Fee and Mileage ......................$ 15.00 08-\\u00186-09 A. G. Broker Appraiser Fee and Mileage ......................$ 15.00 08-\\u00186-09 S. N. Neighbor Appraiser Fee and Mileage ......................$ 15.00 09-02-09 Mary Doe Statutory Allowance .................................$ 35,000.00 09-03-09 Hometown General Hosp. Hospital Bill .............................................$ 1,500.00 09-03-09 A-1 Garage Repair Bill ................................................$ 92.00 09-03-09 Ritz Mortuary Funeral Expenses .....................................$ 3,000.00 09-03-09 Ace Monument Company Grave Monument (As directed by the Will) ..........................................................$ 1,500.00 Total Disbursements ..................................................................$ 41,178.00 2021 500-\\u0018\\u00183 Kansas Probate Forms 3d RECAPITULATION Total Cash Receipts ...............................................................$ 129,555.83 Total Cash Disbursements .....................................................$ 41,178.00 Cash Balance on Hand ..........................................................$ 88,377.83 The above stated cash balance on hand is carried in a checking account with the Hometown State Bank, Hometown, Kansas, under the name and style of Mary Doe, Executor of the Estate of John Doe, deceased. Including the cash balance belonging to the Estate of $88,377.83, the Executor accounts for the following items of personal property belonging to the Estate of the decedent as follows: (a) Cash Balance $88,377.83. (b) Personal Property in Executor's custody: (1) Stamp collection. (2) 300 Shares of KP&L Common Stock. (3) Lenexa, Kansas Industrial Revenue Bonds. (4) Approximately \\u00180 tons of fertilizer; inventory of retail produce business; furniture, fixtures and equipment used in retail produce business; annual crops. (c) Personal property previously distributed pursuant to: Order for Statutory Allowance, dated September 2, 2009, 2000 Chevrolet, furniture, household goods, wearing apparel, and $35,000.00 cash. Reference K.S.A. 53-601; 59-1401; 59-1501; 59-1502; 59-2204; 59-2247; 79-303; 79-3220(c); Internal Revenue Code Section 641(b); S. Ct. Rule 111. Time The Petition for Final Settlement must be filed in accordance with K.S.A. 59-1501. Comment The Petition should recite the names, ages, relationships and addresses of all heirs, devisees and legatees, irrespective of their entitlement to benefits, so far as known or can with reasonable diligence be ascertained. If no interested party is in the service, an Affidavit Pursuant to Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, Form 523, must be filed on or before the date of the hearing on the Petition. Similarly, if interested parties are in the service or under any legal disability, the Written Defenses of the Attorney Representing Interests of Persons Pursuant to Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, must be filed. See generally, Forms 522 and 528. Notice must also be given to all conservators, if any. 2021 500-\\u0018\\u00184 Kansas Probate Forms 3d Only the probate assets are listed in paragraph \\u00183. In paragraph \\u00185 alternatives are set forth for use in situations in which the property is distributed pursuant to terms of the will and for use in situations in which the property is distributed pursuant to the terms of the will and the valid settlement agreement. The pleading of the language “no Kansas estate tax is chargeable against the estate” or “the Kansas estate tax return for the estate has been filed and all taxes shown thereon have been paid” is not necessary if the decedent died on or after January \\u0018, 20\\u00180. For a history and discussion of Kansas inheritance, estate and succession taxes, see the comment to Form 545. This petition may be verified by either a sworn or unsworn verification pursuant to K.S.A. 53-601. See Form 503 for examples of both a sworn and unsworn verification. An unsworn verification need not be signed before a notary public. 2021