Connecticut Last Will and Testament
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Connecticut Legal Requirements
Key CT statutes and obligations that apply to your last will and testament.
Requirements
- Governed by CGS §45a-250 et seq. (Connecticut Probate Code)
- Must be in writing, signed by the testator, and witnessed by two credible witnesses
- Witnesses must sign in the presence of the testator and each other
- Testator must be at least 18 years old and of sound mind
- Holographic wills are NOT valid in Connecticut — witnesses are always required
- Probate filed in the Probate Court of the district where the decedent resided
- Connecticut probate fees are based on estate value — can be significant for larger estates
Restrictions & Limits
- Surviving spouse may elect a statutory share of the estate under CGS §45a-436
- Connecticut imposes an estate tax on estates exceeding $12.92 million (2024) at rates up to 12%
- Children born after the will was executed may claim a pretermitted share
Official Statute References
Primary Connecticut statutes governing this document type.
Connecticut Last Will and Testament FAQ
Common questions about last will and testaments under Connecticut law.
Does Connecticut have an estate tax?
Yes. Connecticut imposes an estate tax on estates with a taxable estate exceeding $12.92 million (indexed, 2024). The tax rate ranges from 10.8% to 12%. Connecticut also has a gift tax. This affects high-net-worth residents and makes estate planning with trusts particularly important in Connecticut.
Are holographic wills valid in Connecticut?
No. Connecticut does not recognize holographic (handwritten, unwitnessed) wills. A valid Connecticut will must always be signed by the testator in the presence of two witnesses who then sign the will themselves. Compliance with these formalities is strictly required.
What are Connecticut probate fees?
Connecticut's probate fees are set by statute (CGS §45a-107) on a sliding scale based on estate value. For example, estates between $500,000 and $2 million pay a fee of $2,250 plus 0.5% of the excess over $500,000. These fees can be substantial for large estates, making probate avoidance strategies (revocable trusts) popular in Connecticut.
What is the spousal elective share in Connecticut?
A surviving spouse in Connecticut may elect to take a statutory share of the estate under CGS §45a-436 rather than what is left in the will. The elective share is one-third of the 'statutory estate,' which includes most property the decedent owned or transferred within 2 years of death.
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