The Kentucky last will and testament, also known as a will, is a legal document that details the testator’s wishes regarding the distribution of their assets, the upbringing of their children, and other matters after their passing. A personal representative, also known as an executor, is a responsible individual appointed to oversee the distribution of the estate in compliance with the terms of the will.

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Our Kentucky Wills are printable and can be downloaded in case you want to edit or customize the document. We have wills for persons with and without children, and for those who are single, married, and remarried. We also have a specialized will for grandparents.

State Statute Governing Kentucky Wills

Kentucky Revised Statutes Chapter 394

Kentucky Definition of Will

“Will” means a last will or testament, codicil, appointment by will, writing in the nature of a will in exercise of a power, and any other testamentary disposition. ¹

Kentucky Will Age Requirements

Age Requirements: Any person of sound mind and eighteen (18) years of age or older may create a will. Minors under 18 may create a will, but only to appoint a guardian for his child. ²

Kentucky Will Witness Requirements

Will Witnessing Requirements: At least two (2) credible witnesses, who shall subscribe the will
with their names in the presence of the testator, and in the presence of each other.

Revoking A Kentucky Will

A Kentucky last will and testament may be revoked by 1) a subsequent will or codicil, 2) by some writing that indicates the testator’s intention to revoke the will, or 3) by the testator or someone else at his direction, destroying the will.