Act: Probate Court Certificate (skifteretsattest);
Legal Framework: The Danish Administration of Estates Act (Skifteloven); The Danish Inheritance Act (Arveloven); The Danish Inheritance Act (Arveloven);
Competent Autority: Probate court;
Procedure:
- Death Notification – Reported to the probate court (skifteretten).
- Estate Assessment – The court determines the type of estate administration.
- Document Submission – Heirs provide necessary documents (death certificate, will, asset details).
- Court Verification – The court confirms heirs and estate status.
- Certificate Issuance – Grants authority to manage the estate
Nature and function: Probate Court Certificate has a declarative nature. It serves as evidence for the heirs regarding who has the authority over the deceased’s assets.