Court of Protection deputyship guide
A downloadable guide to help you organise a straightforward property and financial affairs deputyship application in England and Wales.
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Which Court of Protection forms do I need for property and financial affairs deputyship?
For a straightforward application in England and Wales, start by notifying the person and at least three people who know them. Then gather the financial information, capacity evidence and declarations for the court. You can download the official forms free of charge.
- Tell the people involved. Use COP14PADep for the person you are applying to support and COP15PADep for the other people you notify. Give each person a copy of COP5 so they can object or provide evidence. Include any returned COP5 with your application.
- Set out the finances. Use COP1A to record the person’s income, property and other assets and explain the decisions you are asking the court to authorise.
- Provide capacity evidence. Use COP3 for the assessment of the person’s capacity to make the relevant decisions. An appropriate professional completes the assessment section.
- Make a deputy’s declaration. Each proposed deputy completes COP4 to give the court information about their suitability and the responsibilities they will take on.
Online or by post? Online, you enter the main application details in the court’s service. If you apply by post, send COP1 (the original and a copy) and COP14PADep as well as the supporting documents.
If you cannot get a capacity assessment or notify three people, GOV.UK explains when to use COP24 to explain the circumstances. Follow the official steps for your route, including the notification and filing requirements.
A look inside the £49 guide
Page 23 includes a printable checklist called “Final check before you press send”. These are three of the checks:
- Names, dates of birth and addresses are correct across the documents.
- COP1A is complete, with sources, estimates and gaps clearly identified.
- A complete copy and proof of submission will be kept.
What the guide covers
- Getting ready and understanding the main forms
- Arranging COP3 capacity evidence
- Organising application answers and financial information
- Notification: COP14PADep, COP15PADep and response records
- Planning dates, submission checks and keeping copies
- Online and postal routes, worksheets and official links
Is this the right option?
For people preparing their own straightforward property and financial affairs application. Personal welfare, contested, urgent or complex applications need individual advice.
The £49 purchase is for the digital guide. It does not include completing or checking your forms, legal advice, submitting your application or a postal pack. Court fees, assessments and other external costs are separate.
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