Does a certificate of probate need a court seal? | NC

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Q: Does a certificate of probate need a court seal to be accepted? A: Usually, no. A certificate of probate is generally accepted when it is issued in the estate file and signed or entered by the clerk of court or authorized court staff. A separate raised or stamped court seal is not normally required on the certificate itself. The key issue is how the document will be used. If someone is…