Can a will be changed after the testator has died?

No, a will cannot be changed after the testator has died. In Maryland, when a person passes away, their will is submitted to the court and entered into probate. The court then follows the directions of the original will as written by the testator. No changes can be made once probate has been opened. However, even after probate is opened, the testator’s legal representative may be able to change certain parts of the will if the court approves. A will can generally not be changed after the testator has died; however, there are some exceptions. For example, if an asset belonging to the testator is sold or given away after the testator’s death, the will can be changed in order to distribute the proceeds of the sale according to the testator’s wishes. Similarly, if the testator decides to leave different items to different people, the will can be changed accordingly. In summary, a will cannot be changed after the testator has died. However, in some special cases, it may be possible to alter the will after probate has been opened. If you are considering changing a will, it is important to speak to a probate lawyer to ensure that the will is changed properly.

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