Wis. Stat. § 856.16

Current through Acts 2023-2024, ch. 272
Section 856.16 - Self-proved will
(1) Unless there is proof of fraud or forgery in connection with the affidavit, if a will includes an affidavit in substantially the form under s. 853.04(1) or (2), all of the following apply:
(a) The will is conclusively presumed to have been executed in compliance with s. 853.03.
(b) Other requirements related to the valid execution of the will are rebuttably presumed.
(c) A signature affixed to the affidavit is considered a signature affixed to the will, if necessary to prove the due execution of the will.
(2) Admission of a will under s. 856.13 or 856.15is not dependent on the existence of a valid affidavit under s. 853.04.

Wis. Stat. § 856.16

1997 a. 188; 2005 a. 216.