Succession Certificate Law
Legal Heir Certificate
A certificate issued by a revenue authority identifying the legal heirs of a deceased person, commonly used for smaller administrative purposes.
A legal heir certificate is generally used for more routine matters — like transferring utility connections, claiming employment benefits, or pension — and is issued by a local revenue officer rather than a court.
For larger disputes or claims involving significant movable assets, a succession certificate from a civil court is usually the more appropriate and authoritative document.
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