DC · Will requirements

District of Columbia will requirements

Witnesses required

2

Standard requirement

Holographic will

Not valid

Community property

No

Minimum age

18

E-will

Valid

Since 2023

Online notary

Authorized

Since 2023

Online notarization available in District of Columbia since 2023

District of Columbia authorizes Remote Online Notarization (RON) — you can have a commissioned notary witness your signature via live video call, without an in-person appointment. A notarized will includes an optional notary record that speeds up the legal process later for the person handling your estate.

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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed District of Columbia attorney for specific legal guidance.