Corrections and Updates Policy
Probate fees, deadlines, court contacts, and procedures change. This page explains how we keep our information current, how to tell us when something looks wrong, and what we do about it.
How We Keep Information Current
Accuracy is an ongoing process, not a one-time event. We maintain it through a few standing practices:
- Primary-source citations: legal facts trace back to official statutes, court rules, and county clerk sources, so any claim can be checked.
- Verification dates: county data carries a recorded verification date, and our data-heavy pages surface when the underlying information was last verified.
- Quarterly reviews: we re-check fee schedules, deadlines, and court contact details on a recurring cycle.
- Reader reports: feedback from readers, attorneys, and court staff feeds directly into our review queue.
For more detail on the sources and research method behind our content, see our editorial process.
How to Report an Error
If something looks outdated or incorrect, please tell us. Email [email protected] with the subject line "Correction" and include:
- The page URL where you saw the information
- The specific fact or figure you believe is wrong
- What you believe the correct information is
- A source for the correct information, if you have one
What Happens After You Report
- We re-verify the fact against the relevant primary source (statute, court rule, or official county page).
- If the report is confirmed, we correct the page and update its verification date.
- If the existing information is actually correct, we note the source so the answer is clearer for the next reader.
- If something needs deeper research, we flag the page while we confirm it rather than leave a questionable figure standing.
We are an educational resource, not a law firm, and we do not provide legal advice. Corrections are about factual accuracy of published information. For advice on your specific situation, consult a licensed probate attorney.