The requirements for an affidavit of death in Nevada are contained in NRS111.365.

For Nevada real estate owned by two or more persons as joint tenants or as community property with right of survivorship, the death of one co-owner means that his or her property rights are shared equally amongst the survivors, without the need for probate distribution. This transfer technically happens "as a function of law" when one owner dies.

Even so, surviving co-owners must initiate the process by recording an affidavit of death, accompanied by a certified copy of the death certificate, to terminate all title to or interest in real property of each deceased joint tenant or the deceased spouse. After the affidavit is recorded in the office of the recorder of the county or counties in which the real property is located, the deceased owner's rights are presumed to be terminated, and vested solely in the surviving joint tenant or spouse or vested jointly in the surviving joint tenants.

The days and weeks following the death of a family member, friend, or business associate are often difficult, but timely recording of the affidavit of death is important. It preserves a clear chain of title, which makes future conveyances of the property less complicated. In addition, updated records ensure that property tax bills and assessments are sent to the correct recipients.

(Nevada AOD Joint Tenant Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

How to Use This Form

Select your county or independent city from the list above
Download the county or independent city-specific form
Fill in the required information
Have the document notarized if required
Record with your county or independent city recorder's office

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Common Uses for Affidavit of Death of Joint Tenant

Provide evidence of heirship for a property transfer
Remove a deceased joint tenant from a property title
Establish legal standing to manage a decedent's real property
Confirm the passing of a trustor or grantor for title purposes
Provide documentation required by a title company to clear title
Document succession of interest in community property

Compare other Nevada deed forms and documents

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Important: County or Independent City-Specific Forms

Our affidavit of death of joint tenant forms are specifically formatted for each county or independent city in Nevada.

After selecting your county or independent city, you'll receive forms that meet all local recording requirements, ensuring your documents will be accepted without delays or rejection fees.

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