30.1-23-01. (3-1201) Collection of personal property by affidavit

30.1-23-01. (3-1201) Collection of personal property by affidavit 1. Thirty days after the death of a decedent, any person indebted to the decedent or having possession of tangible personal property or an instrument evidencing a debt, obligation, stock, or chose in action belonging to the decedent shall make payment of the indebtedness or deliver the tangible personal property or an instrument evidencing a debt, obligation, stock, or chose in action to a person claiming to be the successor of the decedent upon being presented an affidavit made by or on behalf of the successor stating that: a. The value of the entire estate subject to distribution or succession under chapters 30.1-01 through 30.1-23, wherever located, less liens and encumbrances, does not exceed one hundred thousand dollars. b. Thirty days have elapsed since the death of the decedent. c. An application or petition for the appointment of a personal representative is not pending or has not been granted in any jurisdiction. d. The claiming successor is entitled to payment or delivery of the property. 2. A transfer agent of any security shall change the registered ownership on the books of a corporation or limited liability company from the decedent to the successor upon the presentation of an affidavit as provided in subsection 1.