Q: Can the State of Kentucky put a lien on my deceased mother's property for unpaid medical bills?
My mother recently passed while still owing on her property in Madison County, KY. The State of KY was her guardian prior to death and she died with no will. I'm her only living relative and I went to probate court and was granted Petition/Order to Dispense With Administration, and am now trying to decide what to do with the property but I'm concerned about whether the State of KY can put a lien on the property for unpaid medical bills - she was in hospitals for several months prior to passing away. It's not a super valuable piece of property but I would like to get some compensation from it if possible. I can't afford any lengthy legal problems as I do not live in Kentucky, making dealing with any issues more complicated and expensive. I could pay off the property and then hold on to it for long term gain but only if there are no encumbrances like liens or other legal issues that may arise. Any advice would be greatly appreciated and thank you.
A: You will have to open probate to be able to make any transfers of the real property or the vehicles. A disprr we NDR eith administration will not get that done for you.
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