Laws
- Days After Death – In the State of Idaho, a small estate affidavit can be used no sooner than 30 days after the decedent dies. (I.C. § 15-3-1201)
- Maximum – A small estate is defined as having a fair market value not exceeding $100,000, less any liens and encumbrances. (I.C. § 15-3-1201)
- Motor Vehicles Only – Use Form ITD 3413 to transfer a vehicle of the decedent. This must be filed with the Transportation Department. Use this locator to find a local DMV Office.
- Statute – Part 12 of Chapter 3 of the Title 15 Uniform Probate Code, stipulates that the claiming successor is entitled to payment or delivery of property pursuant to a decedent’s will, on presentation of a signed and notarized Form CAO Pb 01.
How to File (4 steps)
1. Wait 30 Days
State law says a small estate affidavit cannot be used until 30 days have passed since the death of a decedent. While you wait, you might prepare an itemized list of assets, successors, and the percentages each will be inheriting, per a will or state rules.
2. Prepare Affidavit
Download Form CAO Pb 01 and begin by writing in the name, county, date of death, and address of the decedent at the top of the form. After, attach an itemized list to said form.