Revival Of Wills After Revocation requires:

• A. Re-execution with seven-point formality
• B. Codicil to republish with seven-point formality
• C. A new will with seven-point formality
• D. Automatic revival

Answer: (A)

Reviving a previously revoked will is not automatic. If a testator revokes an earlier will by creating a later one, the earlier document generally stays revoked unless the testator explicitly republishes or re-executes it. To bring the earlier will back into effect, it must be re-executed with the seven-point formalities for will execution. In other words, the instrument must be redrafted and signed in the proper manner (writing, testator’s signature, and appropriate witnessing) to demonstrate current testamentary intent. Re-executing the former will ensures it meets all formal requirements and can operate again. Creating a new will or a codicil to modify or republish the old one doesn’t accomplish revival, and revival isn’t automatic without that re-execution.