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Colorado Last Will and Testament

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Colorado at a glance: Witnesses Required: 2 witnesses (or a notary public) · Holographic Wills: Recognized · Notary Option: Can substitute for witnesses (Colo. Rev. Stat. § 15-11-502)

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Overview

Last Wills and Testaments in Colorado

Colorado probate code requires two witnesses or a notary to acknowledge the testator's signature. Holographic wills are recognized.
Key Facts

Colorado Last Will and Testament — Quick Reference

RequirementColorado Rule
Witnesses Required2 witnesses (or a notary public)
Holographic WillsRecognized
Notary OptionCan substitute for witnesses (Colo. Rev. Stat. § 15-11-502)
Legal Requirements

Colorado Legal Requirements

  • Can be signed by two witnesses OR directly acknowledged before a notary public.
Governing Laws

Colorado Governing Laws

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 15-11-502
Execution
Allows notarization as an alternative to witness signatures.

Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Colorado legal resources or your state legislature's official website.

Questions & Answers

Colorado Last Will and Testament — Frequently Asked Questions

Can a Colorado will be notarized instead of witnessed?

Yes, Colorado is one of the few states that allows a notary public to substitute for witness signatures.