Nuncupative Will

What is Nuncupative Will?

Also known as an oral will or a verbal will, involves instructions for distribution of personal property given by a person who is too sick to execute a written will. These are rarely enforceable without exceptional circumstances and proof.

Further Reading

For more detailed information, see our related Wills Trusts And Estates terms:

• Devise
• Lineal Descendants

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