South Carolina Last Will and Testament Template

What Is a Last Will and Testament?

South Carolina defines a will as “includes codicil and any testamentary instrument that merely appoints an executor or revokes or revises another will.” (§ 62-1-201(53))

Requirements

To execute a valid will, individuals must:

• The testator must be mentally competent and at least eighteen (18) years old. (§ 62-2-501)
• The will must be signed by two competent witnesses in the testator’s presence. (§ 62-2-502(3))
• The will must be in writing. (§ 62-2-502(1))

Filing

South Carolina does not mandate the filing of wills prior to death. Certain probate courts may offer safekeeping services for a fee.

Sources

1. 1. § 62-1-201(53)
   2. § 62-2-501
   3. § 62-2-502(3)
   4. § 62-2-502(1)