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Will Requirements in Maryland
Important Notes
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The testator must be 18 years old or older and legally competent
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The will must be voluntary
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The will must be writing
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The will must be dated
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The will must be signed by the testator or at the express direction of the testator
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The will must be signed by two witnesses
Legal Code
Age of Testator
- 18 years old or older and legally competent
Number of Witnesses
- Two
Oral (Nuncupative) Wills
- Yes, under special circumstances
Holographic (Handwritten) Wills
- Not recognized
Revocation of Wills
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