About Sworn Statement
A sworn statement by a personal representative verifying that the estate has been fully administered and closed, with the required conditions and notices addressed.
When you'd use it: The form states it is used by a personal representative to close an estate under the cited statute, verifying time limits, creditor claims, distributions, and notice to distributees.
Where to get the official form
The official version of Sworn Statement is published as a PDF by the Maine courts. We checked this link and it resolved to a form on an official court or government website — always download the current version directly from the source rather than a third-party copy:
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Source: maineprobate.net
Link last checked: November 5, 2026
How to file Sworn Statement in Maine
- Step 1 — Confirm you have the correct formUse Sworn Statement (DE-602) when the form states it is used by a personal representative to close an estate under the cited statute, verifying time limits, creditor claims, distributions, and notice to distributees. Double-check it's the right form for your situation — Maine probate forms are revised periodically, so verify the name and number against your court's current form list before you start.
- Step 2 — Complete every required fieldFill out Sworn Statement carefully and review it for errors before filing. Probate cases can already take months — a small mistake on the form can set your timeline back further.
- Step 3 — Get it notarized or witnessed if requiredSome probate forms must be signed in front of a notary or witnesses. Check the instructions on the form itself, and arrange notarization before you file if it's required.
- Step 4 — File it with the correct courtSubmit Sworn Statement to the probate court or county clerk handling the estate — usually in the Maine county where the deceased lived. Ask the clerk how they prefer to receive filings (in person, by mail, or e-filing).