Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California

Notarizing Wills

Simple question: Do wills in California have to be notarized? Or do they only have to be signed by witnesses?


Asked on 9/14/00, 10:46 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
WILLIAM BRANDWEIN WILLIAM A. BRANDWEIN, A PROFESSIONAL LAW CORP.

Re: Notarizing Wills

Witnesses (2) are required. No notaries are necessary

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Answered on 10/16/00, 9:32 am
Chris Johnson Christopher B. Johnson, Attorney at Law

Re: Notarizing Wills

Wills require only two (or more) witnesses. California, unlike some other states, does not require notarization of wills.

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Answered on 10/16/00, 10:26 am


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