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JDF976

Request for Certified Estate Planning Documents

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective September 1, 2023

This form is used to ask the court for official, certified copies of electronic estate planning documents that were filed with the State Court Administrator. The form asks the filer to state their relationship to the person who created the documents and what specific documents they are requesting.

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

This form is used when someone needs official copies of estate planning papers that were electronically filed with the court. The filer must show proof of their relationship to the person who created the documents.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who can file this form?
The form provides several options for who can file it, including the Creator, an Agent, a nominated fiduciary, or a court-appointed fiduciary. You must select the option that matches your role.
What kind of documents does this form request?
The filer is requesting certified copies of electronic estate planning documents. The form also allows for a request to notify the court that the Creator is deceased.
Does filing this form require a fee?
The form does not mention any filing fees, but it does require the filer to sign a declaration under penalty of perjury.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect September 1, 2023.

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