Who can get a copy of a will before probate is opened? | NC

About this video

Q: Who is allowed to request and receive a copy of a deceased person's will before the estate is opened? A: Usually, no one has an automatic right to see a will before probate begins if it is still being held privately. A child, expected beneficiary, or named executor may have a strong reason to ask for a copy, but access often depends on who has the will and whether that person is willing or…