Santa Clara County Probate Statistics
California — Last verified: 2026-01-14
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 |
| Returned Check Fee | $50 |
Filing Options
Key Deadlines
Creditor Claim Period4 months
Court Information
Probate Division - Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara
191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113
Phone: (408) 882-2100
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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