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Creditor's Claim (DE-172)

Those to whom a deceased person owes money or other property (creditors) use this to make a claim against the estate. Also explains how to fill out the claim, when and how to file it, and what may happen if it is not filed on time.

Get form DE-172

Effective: January 1, 1998

View DE-172 Creditor's Claim form View DE-172 Creditor's Claim form

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