Utah Affidavit of Surviving Joint Tenant

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About the Utah Affidavit of Surviving Joint Tenant

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Utah Affidavit of Survivorship: Clearing Title After a Joint Owner's Death

Utah's affidavit of survivorship, also called an affidavit of surviving joint tenant, is governed by Section 57-1-5.1 of the Utah Code. It is used after one owner of jointly held property dies, to update the public record and confirm the surviving owner's title.

How Survivorship Transfers Title in Utah

When property is held in joint tenancy, each owner has a right of survivorship. The deceased owner's interest terminates automatically upon death and passes to the surviving owner or owners by operation of law, without probate. Recording this affidavit discloses that termination in the public record, confirming the survivor's ownership and removing the deceased owner from the chain of title.

What Utah Code § 57-1-5.1 Requires

Under Section 57-1-5.1, the affidavit must cite the interest being terminated; contain a legal description of the property; refer to the recording information of the deed that created the interest; include a copy of the deceased owner's death certificate, or other qualifying government-issued proof of death, attached as an exhibit; and be recorded in the recorder's office for the county where the property is located.

Why Recording the Affidavit Matters

Recording the affidavit maintains a clear chain of title (the property's ownership history), which in turn helps to simplify future sales, refinancing, and other transactions. Each circumstance is unique, so contact an attorney with specific questions or for complex situations.

(Utah AOSJT Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

How to Use This Form

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

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— Carolyn D.

"The sight provided exactly what I needed and was easy to use. I was able to download the type of Dee…"

— Mylika M.

"Deed.com has been an amazing resource for my solo practice. Very timely communication and quick resu…"

— Cathy W.

"Easy to use and fee is reasonable."

— Judith H.

"This site was so easy. Got my documents in minutes. downloaded and they work perfectly and accuratel…"

— Rick W.

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Common Uses for Affidavit of Surviving Joint Tenant

Document the death of a property owner for public record
Facilitate the removal of a decedent's name from a deed
Confirm the passing of a trustor or grantor for title purposes
Document survivorship rights for jointly held property
Clear title defects caused by a missing death record
Satisfy lender requirements after a co-borrower's death

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Important: County-Specific Forms

Our affidavit of surviving joint tenant forms are specifically formatted for each county in Utah.

After selecting your county, 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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