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Will Requirements in Hawaii
Important Notes
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The testator must be 18 years old or older and of “sound mind”
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The will must be made in writing
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The will must be signed by the testator or another person in his presence and at their expressed direction
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The will must be dated
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The will must be witnessed in the presence of two or more adult witnesses
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The testator and witness signatures must be notarized
Legal Code
Age of Testator
- 18 years or older and of “sound mind”
Number of Witnesses
- Two
Oral (Nuncupative) Wills
- Not recognized
Holographic (Handwritten) Wills
- Not recognized
Revocation of Wills
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