If the bank account is a transfer on death or payable on death listing you as a beneficiary, all you need to do is to produce the death certificate and your photo ID to the bank to get the money. If the bank account isn't a joint account or does not list a beneficiary, then it's more complicated. You will have to file a will if there is one and open up a probate case.
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