# The Non-Contentious Probate Rules 1987, Rule 53: Applications for leave to swear or give evidence as to death

Extent: E+W

An application for leave to swear or give evidence as to the death of a person in whose estate a grant is sought may be made to a district judge or registrar, and shall be supported by an affidavit or a witness statement setting out the grounds of the application and containing particulars of any policies of insurance effected on the life of the presumed deceased together with such further evidence as the district judge or registrar may require.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1987/2024/rule/53 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/non-contentious-probate-rules-1987/rule-53
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