The Idaho last will and testament, commonly called just a “will”, is a formal document that outlines a person’s choices regarding the distribution of their assets, the care of their children, and other matters after their death. An executor, also known as personal representative, is the responsible individual appointed to oversee the distribution of the estate according to the terms of the will.

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Making a will is a crucial step in the estate planning process. The last will and testament names the guardian of your minor children if any( and states your wishes for the distribution of your assets upon your death. In most states, the person making the will must be at least eighteen years old.

State Statute Governing Idaho Wills

Idaho Code Title 15 Chapter 2

Idaho Will Age Requirements

Age Requirements: Any emancipated minor or any person eighteen (18) or more years of age who is of sound mind may make a will. A married woman may dispose of her property, whether separate or community, in the same manner as any other person. ¹

Idaho Will Signing Requirements

Will Signing Requirements: Unless holographic, the will should be in writing signed by the testator or in the testator’s name by another person in the testator’s presence and by his direction.

Idaho Will Witness Requirements

Will Witnessing Requirements: The will should be signed by at least two persons who witnessed either the signing or the testator’s acknowledgment of the signature on the will.

Revoking An Idaho Will

A will originally executed in Idaho can be revoked by creating a new will or by being burned, torn, canceled, obliterated or otherwise destroyed by the testator or by someone else in the testator’s presence and by his or her direction. ²