Kansas Department of Revenue - Division of Vehicles · Kansas state form
Claim of Heir Affidavit (TR-83b)
Use this small-estates affidavit to transfer certain personal property from a decedent’s estate valued at no more than $75,000. It can include vehicle information for title transfers.
- What this form is
- This affidavit is for transferring certain personal property to a decedent’s successor in interest when the probate estate does not exceed $75,000. The person completing it identifies the decedent, beneficiaries or heirs, and estate property, and makes statements about debts and the right to receive the property. Vehicle identification and odometer information is required when submitting it to the Division of Vehicles to transfer a vehicle title.
- Who needs it
- A successor in interest seeking to transfer certain personal property from an estate valued at no more than $75,000 may use this affidavit.
- Why it needs a notary
- The affidavit includes a sworn statement and a notarial officer section. The signature must be notarized, which can be done online with a commissioned online notary.
- How to submit it
- For a vehicle-title transfer, submit the affidavit to the Kansas Department of Revenue’s Division of Vehicles. Include vehicle VIN and odometer information for that purpose.
Questions
Who can use the Claim of Heir Affidavit?
A successor in interest may use it to seek transfer of certain personal property from a decedent’s probate estate when the estate does not exceed $75,000.
Is the Claim of Heir Affidavit required to be notarized?
Yes. The form includes a sworn statement and a section for a notarial officer. The signature must be notarized, including online with a commissioned online notary.
What vehicle details are needed for a title transfer?
When submitting the affidavit to the Division of Vehicles to transfer a vehicle title, provide the vehicle’s VIN and odometer reading and select the applicable odometer statement.