Templates
Sample Petition for Renunciation of Inheritance
A general example of a petition an heir wishing to avoid a deceased's debts would submit to a civil court of peace to renounce the inheritance.
This template is for general information and illustration only; it does not constitute legal advice. Fill in the bracketed information for your own situation — your case may require additional provisions — and consult a lawyer where possible before sending it.
[TO THE CIVIL COURT OF PEACE] [City/District] APPLICANT (HEIR): [Name], National ID No.: [...] Address: [Address] DECEASED: [Name] Date of Death: [date] Last Place of Residence: [Address] SUBJECT: Petition for renunciation of inheritance. EXPLANATION: 1. The above-named deceased, [Name], passed away on [date]. I am a legal heir of the deceased in my capacity as [relationship, e.g., daughter/son/spouse]. 2. Pursuant to Article 606 of the Turkish Civil Code, I am exercising my right to renounce the inheritance within three months of the date of death. 3. I declare that the estate is over-indebted / that I do not wish to accept the inheritance. REQUEST: For the reasons explained above, I respectfully request that my renunciation of the inheritance of [Deceased's Name] be recorded and accepted. Date: [date] Applicant: [Name / Signature]