Filing Release From Administration

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In Ohio, you can file a Release from Administration form if the estate is under $35,000. For missing vehicle titles without a TOD designation, you may need to open a probate case. Local legal aid organizations like Ohio Legal Help can provide free or low-cost assistance.

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My mom passed away August *. I'm only surviving relative. Can I file a RELEASE FROM ADMINISTATION form for her * vehicles which are under $* value. Cannot find titles. She has no will
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your loss. In Ohio:
- You can file a "Release from Administration" form if an estate is worth less than $*,*, and the surviving spouse is entitled to everything.
- If there is no surviving spouse, the limit is $*,*.
Could you please clarify if there is any other estate beyond the vehicles?
She had no spouse. She had no other property or estate. Just the * vehicles.
In Ohio, you can file a "Release from Administration" form if the total value of the estate is less than $*,*. Therefore, you should be able to file this form for your mother's estate since it only includes the two vehicles. For the missing titles, you might need to apply for a duplicate title.
They will not give me duplicate titles because she had no TOD on either vehicle.
In Ohio, if there's no TOD (Transfer on Death) designation, you may need to open a probate case to transfer the title. It's best to seek advice from a local probate attorney for guidance.
I can't afford a attorney. Thank you for your time
I understand your concern, ****. You may want to consider contacting a local legal aid organization. They often provide free or low-cost legal assistance. For example, Ohio Legal Help (ohiolegalhelp.org) may be a good starting point.
I have tried to find information locally but office is closed
I understand your situation, ****. You can reach out to Ohio Legal Help online. They have resources specifically for probate cases and may be able to guide you on how to proceed. Visit their website at www.ohiolegalhelp.org.
Thank you
You're welcome, ****! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask. Best of luck with your situation.