QUESTION
Can we get into deceased aunts house?
Asked on Jun 04th, 2021 on Wills and Probate - Indiana
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My wife’s aunt stated that she was to be her executer if something ever happened and told her where the paperwork is in her house. We don’t know Who her attorney was to get copies. Something has happened and she has died. Problem is her house is locked and her non live in boyfriend has the key and won’t give it up. Can we break in to the house to get the paperwork and change the locks?
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Do not break in. It is not your wife's property: it is the property of your aunt's estate. Contact a local probate about usual procedures in your area and about probating the Will or, if it cannot be found, filing for a determination of heirship.
Answered on Jun 05th, 2021 at 5:07 AM
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