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Rhode Island Last Will and Testament Template

A Rhode Island last will and testament is a legal document that allows a person to detail their plans to distribute their estate after death. The will is signed by the testator in the presence of witnesses.

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A Rhode Island last will and testament is a legal document that allows a person to detail their plans to distribute their estate after death. The will is signed by the testator in the presence of witnesses.

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What Is a Last Will and Testament?

Rhode Island defines a will as “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.” (§ 33-5-1)

Requirements

To execute a valid will, individuals must:

  • The individual creating the will must be mentally sound and at least eighteen (18) years old. (§ 33-5-2)
  • Two witnesses must sign the will in the presence of the testator. (§ 33-5-5)
  • The will must be written to be valid. (§ 33-5-5)

Filing

Rhode Island does not mandate filing a will before death. Residents may deposit their wills with probate courts for safekeeping for a small fee.

Sources

  1. § 33-5-1
  2. § 33-5-2
  3. § 33-5-5
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