Douglas County Transfer on Death Affidavit Form
Last validated September 4, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Douglas County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Baldwin City, Eudora, Lawrence.
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Douglas County Transfer on Death Affidavit Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Douglas County Transfer on Death Affidavit Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Douglas County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Affidavit Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
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Where to Record Your Documents
Douglas County Register of Deeds
Lawrence, Kansas 66044
Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm M-F
Phone: (785) 832-5282
Recording Tips for Douglas County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
- Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
- Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
Cities and Jurisdictions in Douglas County
Properties in any of these areas use Douglas County forms:
- Baldwin City
- Eudora
- Lawrence
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Douglas County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Douglas 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 Douglas County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Douglas 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 Douglas 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 Douglas County?
Recording fees in Douglas County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (785) 832-5282 for current fees.
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Using a Kansas Affidavit of Death to Complete a Transfer on Death
In Kansas, the county assessor's office initiates the transfer of real property rights under a transfer on death deed. There are several steps to take, however, before that can happen.
When the property owner dies, an individual with personal knowledge of the intended transfer, whether the named beneficiary or someone else, makes the sworn statements contained within an affidavit of death. The affidavit, along with an official copy of the deceased owner's death certificate, is filed for record with the register of deeds for the county where the land is located.
The register of deeds then forwards the details to the county assessor's office, where they match the information on the affidavit with the deed records. After the assessor's office verifies the details, they begin the process to transfer the previous owner's rights to the beneficiary.
(Kansas Transfer on Death Affidavit Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Douglas County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.
This Transfer on Death Affidavit meets all recording requirements specific to Douglas County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Douglas 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.
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