Arizona § 14-3407 - Formal testacy proceedings; burdens in contested cases
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 14-3407 — Formal testacy proceedings; burdens in contested cases, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-3407. Formal testacy proceedings; burdens in contested cases
In contested cases, petitioners who seek to establish intestacy have the burden of establishing prima facie proof of death, venue and heirship. Proponents of a will, if they are also petitioners, have the burden of establishing prima facie proof of death and venue. If a will is opposed by a petition for a declaration of intestacy, it shall be determined first whether the will is entitled to probate.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 14-3407
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 14-3407 cover?
Section 14-3407 ("Formal testacy proceedings; burdens in contested cases") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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