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A. A will is valid as regards form, irrespective particularly of the place where it is made, of the location of the assets and of the nationality, domicile or residence of the testator, if it is made in the form of an international will complying with the requirements of Sections 45-2-1101 through 45-2-1110 NMSA 1978.
B. The invalidity of the will as an international will does not affect its formal validity as a will of another kind.
C. Sections 45-2-1101 through 45-2-1110 NMSA 1978 do not apply to the form of testamentary dispositions made by two or more persons in one instrument.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New Mexico Statutes Chapter 45. Uniform Probate Code § 45-2-1002. International will; validity - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nm/chapter-45-uniform-probate-code/nm-st-sect-45-2-1002/
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