What happens if a will is not notarized?
When you create a will, it is important to have it notarized ; otherwise, it might not be legally valid. A will is a written document that tells others what should happen with your property after you have died. If you do not have a will, then state law will determine who gets your property and how the inheritance is divided amongst your family members. Not having a will can be risky because it may cause disagreements among family members and could lead to expensive or lengthy court battles over your estate. If a will is not notarized but is witnessed and signed by two individuals, it is called an "attested" will. In order for the will to be valid, it must first be written properly. This means that the testator, or person writing the will, must have testamentary capacity at the time of execution. Testamentary capacity means that the testator must understand three things: 1) The nature and extent of his property; 2) The natural objects of his bounty; and 3) The disposal ...