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California Last Will and Testament

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Updated February 25, 2026

A California last will and testament is a legal document used to distribute an individual's real and/or personal property upon their death to designated beneficiaries.

Who can make a will?

An individual of sound mind who is 18 years of age or older may make a will.[1]

Signing Requirements

At least two witnesses must be present at the time of signing.[2]

Any person who is “generally competent” to act as a witness, including an interested party, may be a witness to the will.[3]

State Definition

“Will” includes codicil and any testamentary instrument which merely appoints an executor or revokes or revises another will.[4]

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Sources

  1. Probate Code § 6100(a)
  2. Probate Code § 6110(c)(1)
  3. Probate Code § 6112
  4. Probate Code § 88