- What is a Codicil?
- A Codicil is an addendum to the Will, which is executed to incorporate changes to the Will.
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- Requirement of a valid Codicil and execution requirements?
- The requirements of a Codicil are same as that of a Will, i.e.
- A Codicil must be made in writing.
- The testator/testatrix must sign the Codicil or affix his/her mark (thumb impression etc.) to the Codicil.
- The testator/testatrix should sign or affix his/her mark but the attesting witnesses are required to sign the Codicil.
- A Codicil must be attested by two or more witnesses and each of them must have seen the testator/testatrix sign.
- No stamp duty is payable on Codicil.
- The requirements of a Codicil are same as that of a Will, i.e.
- If the Will of the Testator/Testatrix is registered, does the Codicil also have to be registered?
- Yes, if the testator/testatrix has registered the Will in the office of the Sub-Registrar, he/she shall also register the Codicil in the office of such Sub-Registrar.
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