Jefferson County Notice of Death Affidavit and Acceptance Form
Last validated September 25, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Jefferson County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Belle Rive, Bluford, Bonnie, Dix, Ina, Mount Vernon, Nason, Opdyke and 4 more.
- 3 documents included
- Immediate PDF download
- Formatting guarantee
Jefferson County Notice of Death Affidavit Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.
Jefferson County Notice of Death Affidavit Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.
Jefferson County Completed Example of the Notice of Death Affidavit Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
All 3 documents above included • One-time purchase • No recurring fees
Immediate Download • Secure Checkout
Additional Illinois and Jefferson County documents included at no extra charge:
Where to Record Your Documents
Jefferson County Clerk
Mount Vernon, Illinois 62864
Hours: 8:00 to 4:30 M-F
Phone: (618) 244-8020 Ext.3, Opt.1
Recording Tips for Jefferson County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
- Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
- Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
Cities and Jurisdictions in Jefferson County
Properties in any of these areas use Jefferson County forms:
- Belle Rive
- Bluford
- Bonnie
- Dix
- Ina
- Mount Vernon
- Nason
- Opdyke
- Scheller
- Texico
- Waltonville
- Woodlawn
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Jefferson County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Jefferson County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.
Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Jefferson County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Jefferson County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.
Can I reuse these forms?
Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Jefferson County you only need to order once.
What do I need to use these forms?
The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.
Are there any recurring fees?
No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.
How much does it cost to record in Jefferson County?
Recording fees in Jefferson County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (618) 244-8020 Ext.3, Opt.1 for current fees.
Questions answered? Let's get started!
Complete and record this required statutory affidavit to finalize the transfer of residential real property initiated with the Illinois transfer on death instrument as governed by 755 ILSC 27.
A transfer on death instrument is effective as of the owner's death upon the filing of a notice of death affidavit and acceptance by the beneficiary or beneficiaries in the office of the recorder in the county or counties where the residential real estate is located. The notice of death affidavit and acceptance shall contain the name and address of each beneficiary who shall take under the transfer on death instrument, a legal description of the property, the street address, and parcel identification number of the residential real estate, the name of the deceased owner, and the date of death. The notice of death affidavit and acceptance shall be signed by each beneficiary or by the beneficiary's authorized representative.
(Illinois Notice of Death Affidavit Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Jefferson County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.
This Notice of Death Affidavit and Acceptance meets all recording requirements specific to Jefferson County.
Our Promise
The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Jefferson County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.
Save Time and Money
Get your Jefferson County Notice of Death Affidavit and Acceptance form done right the first time with Deeds.com Uniform Conveyancing Blanks. At Deeds.com, we understand that your time and money are valuable resources, and we don't want you to face a penalty fee or rejection imposed by a county recorder for submitting nonstandard documents. We constantly review and update our forms to meet rapidly changing state and county recording requirements for roughly 3,500 counties and local jurisdictions.
4.8 out of 5 - ( 4,823 Reviews )
Rebecca M. 5 out of 5 stars
I found the process of uploading documentation / deeds simple and easy. Will use this service again!
Thank you for your positive words! We’re thrilled to hear about your experience.
Mark B. 3 out of 5 stars
I had to download forms one by one: would be more convenient to have a single download for all.
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
Lavonia L. 5 out of 5 stars
Found exactly what I was looking for and it helped tremendously.
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
Tony W. 5 out of 5 stars
I have not completed the forms yet but they appear to be exactly what I need for the purpose they are intended. Thanks
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Charlotte B. 5 out of 5 stars
I was very impressed with this service. It's a very important tool to be able to get the documents filed properly. I was not able to understand how to fill in the blanks on line.
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
William C. 4 out of 5 stars
Good service, great price, the website is a bit hard to maneuver in places.
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
Belinda B. 2 out of 5 stars
Very difficult navigating this site.
Sorry to hear of your struggle. Thank you for your feedback.
JORGE S. 5 out of 5 stars
Excelent! I cannot believe I found this company. Thanks!!!
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
Melody P. 5 out of 5 stars
Thank you for always providing great service!
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Cheryl M. 5 out of 5 stars
Easy.
Thank you!
Lisa D. 5 out of 5 stars
Love this site! They are very fast in retrieving information. Will use this site again. Thank You for this service!
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Charles F. 5 out of 5 stars
Hi Please do not take time to respond to my previous inquiry - - - I figured it out. Deeds.com is a great tool for those of us who have occasional need for your type of services. Thanks ! Chuck
Thank you!
DUINA F. 5 out of 5 stars
Fast and Easy
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
James S. 5 out of 5 stars
easy to use
Thank you James.
Winifred T. 5 out of 5 stars
ive been looking for this information thank you .
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!