In most states, a prior will is automatically revoked when the testator writes, dates, and signs a new will.

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In most states, the creation of a new will that is properly executed (written, dated, and signed) by the testator typically revokes any prior wills, assuming the new will is intended to replace the old one. This is a common legal principle to ensure that the most recent testamentary intentions of the testator are followed.

In Most States, a Prior Will Is Automatically Revoked When