Colorado § 15-12-409 - Formal testacy proceedings - order - foreign will.
Full text of Colorado Colorado Revised Statutes § 15-12-409 — Formal testacy proceedings - order - foreign will., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-12-409. Formal testacy proceedings - order - foreign will.
After the time required for any notice has expired, upon proof of notice, and after any hearing that may be necessary, if the court finds that the testator is dead, venue is proper, and that the proceeding was commenced within the limitation prescribed by section 15-12-108, it shall determine the decedent's domicile at death, his heirs, and his state of testacy. Any will found to be valid and unrevoked shall be formally probated. Termination of any previous informal appointment of a personal representative, which may be appropriate in view of the relief requested and findings, is governed by section 15-12-612. The petition shall be dismissed or appropriate amendment allowed if the court is not satisfied that the alleged decedent is dead. A will from a place which does not provide for probate of a will after death may be proved for probate in this state by a duly authenticated certificate of its legal custodian that the copy introduced is a true copy and that the will has become effective under the law of the other place.
Source: L. 73: R&RE, p. 1576, § 1. C.R.S. 1963: § 153-3-409.
Source: official Colorado text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado § 15-12-409
What does Colorado Revised Statutes § 15-12-409 cover?
Section 15-12-409 ("Formal testacy proceedings - order - foreign will.") is part of the Colorado Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Colorado. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Colorado § 15-12-409?
A common citation format is "Colorado Revised Statutes § 15-12-409" (Colorado). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Colorado law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Colorado official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Colorado attorney.
How does Colorado § 15-12-409 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Colorado can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Colorado.