self-proved wills

self-proved wills
A will which eliminates some of the formalities of proof by execution in compliance with statute. It is made self-proved by affidavit of attesting witnesses in the form prescribed by statute. Most statutes provide that," unless contested, such a will may be admitted to probate without testimony of subscribing witnesses.
See e.g. Uniform Probate Code, No. 2-504.
Statute of will.

Black's law dictionary. . 1990.

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