How Old Do You Have to Be to Execute a Valid Florida Will?

Do you want to execute a will in Florida? How old do you have to be to create a valid will? If I am 16 years old when I write my will is the will valid? Will the West Palm Beach probate court consider a will written by a 12 year old? If you are wondering what the answers are to these questions, you may want to read Florida Statute 732.501. 

Florida probate lawyers know that statute 732.501 tells us that a person must be 18 or older to write a valid will. Do you have additional Florida probate or trust questions? Feel free to call us at ( 561)514-0900 Ext. 101 for a free consultation. 

732.501 Who may make a will.—Any person who is of sound mind and who is either 18 or more years of age or an emancipated minor may make a will.