Can a will be revoked?

Yes, a will can be revoked in New York. Revoking a will means to take back or cancel a previously made will. This can be done in a few different ways. The most common way to revoke a will is by creating a new one. The new will typically revokes any prior wills to make sure that the most current version is the one that is taken into consideration by the probate court. This new will must meet all of the legal requirements set forth by the state for it to be considered valid. Another way to revoke a will is by tearing it up, burning it, or destroying it in any other way. This must be done in the presence of two or more witnesses who can vouch for the validity of the act of destruction. Finally, a will can also be revoked by a written document that explicitly states that the testator (person who made the will) wishes to revoke all prior wills. This document must also be signed by two witnesses. In New York, if a previously made will is not revoked in any of the ways listed above, it will still be considered valid and enforceable upon the death of the testator.

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