Graham County Probate Court Records

Graham County probate court records are kept at the Superior Court in Safford. This southeastern Arizona county is home to Mount Graham and the Gila Valley. Heidi Torrio serves as Clerk of the Superior Court. The office handles all probate filings including estates, guardianships, and conservatorships. Online payment is available through the state court payment system at azcourtpay.com.

Graham County Clerk of Superior Court

The Clerk of the Superior Court handles all probate matters in Graham County. The office is at 800 W. Main Street, Safford, AZ 85546. Call (928) 428-3100 for inquiries. Fax is (928) 428-0061.

Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Some sources list extended hours of 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Thursday. Call ahead to confirm current hours.

Online payments are accepted at www.azcourtpay.com. There is a flat $5 fee for online payments. This can be used for filing fees, copy costs, and other court charges.

Graham County Court Record Fees

Graham County charges a $30 search fee for court record requests. Paper copies cost $0.50 per page. Digital copies on CD or other media cost $7. These fees apply whether you request records in person or by mail.

Filing fees for new probate cases follow standard Arizona rates. Contact the clerk to verify current costs before filing. Fee waivers are available for those who meet income requirements. Ask for a waiver application if you cannot afford the fees.

Graham County Probate Forms

The Superior Court Forms page has links to forms used in Graham County. Statewide forms from the Arizona Judicial Branch work for most probate filings.

Download forms from azcourts.gov and select Graham County as your court. Complete the forms carefully. Staff can check for missing information but cannot give legal advice. Bring completed forms to the clerk's office with your filing fee.

Graham County Public Fiduciary

The Public Fiduciary serves when no one else can act as guardian or conservator. The court appoints this office for people who need protection and have no family able to serve.

The office is at 826 W. Main Street, Safford, AZ 85546. Call (928) 428-0110 for information. The Public Fiduciary handles guardianship and conservatorship matters referred by the Superior Court.

Filing Probate in Graham County

To file probate in Graham County, gather your documents and visit the clerk's office in Safford. Bring the original will if one exists, death certificate, asset information, and completed forms. The filing fee is due when you submit your documents.

Arizona's two-year deadline applies. Start probate within two years of the death. Small estates may qualify for simplified procedures. Personal property under $200,000 can transfer by affidavit 30 days after death. Real property under $300,000 can transfer by affidavit six months after death.

Fiduciary training is required for non-licensed personal representatives, guardians, and conservators. Complete the online training through the Arizona Judicial Branch and file the declaration with your case.

Nearby Counties

These Arizona counties border Graham County. Each has its own Superior Court.