Kern County Probate Statistics
California — Last verified: 2026-01-07
Filing Fee Schedule
| Petition for Probate | $435 |
| Small Estate Affidavit | $0 |
| Petition to Determine Succession to Real Property | $435 |
| Spousal Property Petition | $435 |
| Certified Copy (per page) | $1 |
| Certification (per document) | $2 |
| Exemplification | $7 |
| Motion Filing | $60 |
Filing Options
Key Deadlines
Creditor Claim Period4 months
Court Information
Probate Division - Superior Court of California, County of Kern
2100 College Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305
Phone: (661) 610-6000
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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