Georgia Last Will and Testament
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Georgia Legal Requirements
Key GA statutes and obligations that apply to your last will and testament.
Requirements
- O.C.G.A. § 53-4-20 et seq. governs will execution in Georgia
- Two competent witnesses required — must sign in testator's presence
- Testator must sign or acknowledge signature in presence of both witnesses
- Self-proving affidavit available (O.C.G.A. § 53-4-24) — recommended
- Holographic wills: NOT valid in Georgia unless entirely handwritten AND witnessed
Restrictions & Limits
- No right of election for spouses (Georgia abolished this in 2010)
- Year's support: surviving spouse and minor children can petition for year's support from estate
- Georgia estate tax: none (follows federal exemption)
Official Statute References
Primary Georgia statutes governing this document type.
Georgia Last Will and Testament FAQ
Common questions about last will and testaments under Georgia law.
Can I disinherit my spouse in Georgia?
Largely yes. Unlike most states, Georgia eliminated the elective share (forced heirship for spouses) in 2010. However, surviving spouses and minor children can petition the probate court for 'year's support' — a priority claim against the estate for living expenses.
How does Georgia probate work?
Georgia wills are submitted to the Probate Court of the county where the deceased lived. Georgia offers 'solemn form probate' (formal, requiring notice to heirs) and 'common form probate' (informal, no notice required). Common form is faster but more vulnerable to challenge.
Does Georgia have a small estate affidavit process?
Yes. Georgia allows a 'Year's Support' petition and small estate affidavits for estates under $10,000. For bank accounts and vehicles, specific forms can transfer assets without formal probate.
What are the witness requirements for a Georgia will?
Two competent witnesses (over age 14) must watch the testator sign (or acknowledge the signature) and then sign the will themselves in the testator's presence. Witnesses should not be named in the will, as it could affect their bequest or credibility.
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