Formalities

Question 1

SOF

Answer 1

Writing
Signature
Attestation
and subscription by three witnesses

Question 2

Wills Act (1837)

Answer 2

Writing
Subscription
Attestation
Subscription by 2 witnesses

Question 3

UPC (1990)

Answer 3

Writing
Signature
Attestation
Signature by 2 witnesses

Question 4

UPC (revised 08)

Answer 4

Writing
Signature
Attestation
Signature by 2 witnesses or Notarization

Question 5

Evidentiary Function of Formalities

Answer 5

this is evidence of what you wanted when the will was in writing and when there are witnesses. Signed, so it shows it is final

Question 6

Line of Sight Rule

Answer 6

The testator does not actually have to see the witnesses sign, but must be able to see them were the testator to look

Question 7

Conscious Presence

Answer 7

The testator, through sight, hearing, or general consciousness of events, comprehends that the witness is signing.

Question 8

UPC Presence Requirement

Answer 8

sign within reasonable time. And be “acknowledged by the testator before a notary public or other individual authorized by law to take acknowledgments.”