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Question 2

What are the requirements for a witnessed will? Paul and Holly.

Answer 2

Age, Signature, Presence, 2 witnesses

” Paul and Holly 2 Wasps need a will.”

Question 3

What are the requirements for a witnessed will?

Answer 3

1. Age
   
   • Testator must be 1 8 years old unless emancipated
     
     • Can be excused by harmless error statute
2. Signature
   
   • Testator must sign the will or have a proxy sign
     
     • CANNOT be excused by harmless error statute
3. Presence
   
   • Witnesses must be present together when testator signs
     
     • Can be excused by harmless error statute.
4. Number of witnesses
   
   • Must have at least two witnesses
     
     • Can be excused by harmless error statute