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Can I just write a codicil and sign it and keep it with my will or do I have to have it witnessed before it is legal? WA state

Asked over 2 years ago - Spokane, WA
Estate Planning Wills

I have a will legally drawn but it is 10 years old and I want to change one item, but have heard that I need to have it signed, not only by me, but witnessed by two people and have it notorized.

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Answered over 2 years ago. Wills and Living Wills Lawyer in Bellevue, WA.
a codicil in WA has the same requirements as a will. Witnessed - yes, notarized - no. Sometimes just as easy to redo the will.
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