Kent County, MI · Kent County
Proof of Service
This form records how probate papers were served or mailed and is completed by the person who served them.
At a glance
- Issued by
- City of Kent County · Kent County, Kent County, Michigan
- Notarization
- Not required: file this form without a notary.
- Official source
- kentcountymi.gov
- Blank form
- Download the PDF
- Catalogued
- Machine-readable
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What this form is
Use this form to report service or mailing of papers in a probate matter. It asks for the papers served, the method of service, recipient information, dates, and the server’s signature. It also has a section for interested persons who could not be found and served after diligent search and inquiry, including service by publication.
Who needs it
The person who served or mailed probate papers completes this form to document service and provide the information requested by the court.
How to submit it
Submit it to the probate court named on the form; check the county website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the signer declares under penalties of perjury that the information is true and signs and dates the form.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download the Form
Download the Proof of Service PDF.
- 2
Complete the Service Details
Identify the papers served or mailed and provide the requested service method, recipient information, dates, and signature.
- 3
Gather Attachments
If applicable, attach the return receipt for registered or certified mail. For service by publication, attach copies of form PC 617.
- 4
Submit to the Probate Court
Submit the completed form to the probate court named on the form; check the county website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Proof of Service form for?
- It records how probate papers were served or mailed, including recipient details, service dates, and the person’s signature.
- Who completes the Proof of Service form?
- The person who served or mailed the papers completes the form and provides the service information requested.
- Do I need a notary for the Proof of Service form?
- No. The document is signed without a notary. The signer declares under penalties of perjury that the contents are true and signs and dates the form.
- How do I submit the Proof of Service form?
- Submit it to the probate court named on the form; check the county website for current contact details.