Article 56 of the “RA Law on the Notary” provides the order for verification of the will by the notary public.
The notary verifies the wills of capable people.
Verification of wills by proxy is not allowed.
During the verification of the will, the testator shall not be required evidence confirming his ownership or other rights over bequests
A will can be revoked or modified by the testator by filing a proper declaration or drawing up a new will.
The testator can remove or change the will by submitting a proper application or making a new will.
Cancellation the will or amendments and additions to it are made by a notary, who verified the main will.
In case of a request for cancellation of wills, as well as obtaining a new will, revoking or modifying a will, notary makes a note on the copy of the will that is stored in the notary’s office and the registry of notarial acts. The signature on the statement on the abolition of the will must be certified by the notary.
