Yes, Nevada's Small Estate Affidavit (Form UP-45) requires the signatures of all heirs to be notarized. This form is used to claim unclaimed property held by the Nevada State Treasurer when the total value of an estate is under a certain limit, avoiding formal probate court.
Lake Mead Mobile Notary provides professional mobile notarization for Small Estate Affidavits across Las Vegas, Henderson, and Clark County. Starting at $65.
The Nevada State Treasurer will reject any UP-45 form that has not been properly notarized, delaying the release of funds to the rightful heirs.
Disclaimer: We are not attorneys and do not provide legal advice. For assistance determining if a Small Estate Affidavit is appropriate for your situation or for help completing the form, please consult an estate planning attorney.
What is a Nevada Small Estate Affidavit (Form UP-45)?
The Nevada Small Estate Affidavit, specifically Form UP-45 from the State Treasurer's Unclaimed Property Division, is a legal document that allows the heirs of a deceased person (the "decedent") to collect money held by the state without going through the formal, lengthy, and expensive probate court process. It is a simplified procedure for smaller estates.
This affidavit can be used when:
The decedent's property is being held by the Nevada State Treasurer.
The total value of the decedent's Nevada estate does not exceed the statutory limit (this amount can change, so verify with the Treasurer's office).
At least 40 days have passed since the decedent's death.
All known heirs must sign the affidavit in the presence of a notary public. The notarization serves as proof that the signatures are genuine and that the heirs are swearing to the truth of the statements under penalty of perjury.
📄 Download Form UP-45 Small Estate Affidavit
Official Nevada State Treasurer Form
Download the official UP-45 form. You must list all heirs, describe the unclaimed property, and state that you are legally entitled to it. Do not sign until you are in the presence of a notary.
⚠ All heirs must sign this form in front of a notary. We can coordinate notarizing signatures at different times and locations if needed.
Form UP-45 is exclusively for claiming assets held by the Nevada State Treasurer's Unclaimed Property Division (e.g., old bank accounts, safe deposit box contents). For other small estate assets (like vehicles or bank accounts not held by the state), different affidavit forms are required.
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Step-by-Step Notarization Process for Form UP-45
Complete the Affidavit Form
Fill in the decedent's information, details of the unclaimed property (claim ID, property type), and the full name, address, and relationship of every heir. Do not sign yet.
Gather Identification for All Heirs
Every person signing the affidavit must present a valid, unexpired, government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license, passport, or state ID.
Schedule Mobile Notary Appointment(s)
Book a time for our notary. If heirs are in different locations in the Las Vegas valley, we can schedule separate appointments to accommodate everyone.
Sign in the Notary's Presence
The notary will verify each heir's identity before they sign the affidavit. The signing must be witnessed by the notary.
Notary Completes the Jurat
The notary will administer an oath or affirmation, where each signer swears that the information in the affidavit is true. The notary then completes the notarial certificate (a "Jurat"), signs, and seals the document.
Submit to the State Treasurer
Mail the original, notarized Form UP-45 along with any other required documentation (like a certified death certificate) to the Nevada State Treasurer's Unclaimed Property Division as instructed on their website.
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