Who can make a will?
Every person who is at least 18 years of age and of sane mind.[1]
Signing Requirements
Must be acknowledged by the testator in the presence of two or more witnesses at the same time, and the witnesses must sign the will in the presence of the testator.[2]
An interested party may act as a witness, but any devise or bequest they would otherwise receive from the will is considered null and void.[3]
State Definition
“Will” shall extend to a testament and to a codicil and to an appointment by will, or by writing in the nature of a will, in exercise of a power.[4]