How to Locate the Next of Kin

Locating next of kin can be very frustrating. Depending on the reason and nature of your seeking information the process and be long or short.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Lots of patience and time.
• Pen and writing pad
• a computer

1. NEXT OF KIN - This term is used to signify the relations of a party who has died intestate.
   
   In general no one comes within this term who is not included in the provisions of the statutes of distribution. A wife cannot, in general, claim as next of kin of her husband, nor a husband as next of kin of his wife. But when there are circumstances in a will which induce a belief of an intention to include them under this term, they will be so considered, though in the ordinary sense of the word, they are not.
   
   Write down all that you know about the next of kin. refer to web sites such as www.nextofkin.com or www.nokr.org/nok/restricted/home.htm. If the next of kin is needed because of health reasons try a website that offers the service.
2. Be prepared to research information on the computer, library, or other local agencies. The process can be long and tedious.
3. After all information is acquired, share it with others. There might be a person seeking help.