What Happens If My Spouse Cannot Find an Existing Will? | NC

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Q: What happens if my spouse cannot find an existing will? A: If the original will cannot be found after death, the court may presume that it was revoked unless there is enough proof to show otherwise. A copy might still be accepted, but the estate usually has to prove that a valid will was properly signed, show what the will said, and explain why the original is missing. This is usually handled…