Testamentary Capacity


Definition of "Testamentary capacity"

Thomas Bruno- <br>Gulf Shores Realty
  Gulf Shores Realty

Having the intellect to comprehend the terms and conditions of a will and their impact. A testator must understand his or her estate and its eventual disposition and effects in order to validate the will.


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