Maryland Last Will and Testament
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Maryland Legal Requirements
Key MD statutes and obligations that apply to your last will and testament.
Requirements
- Governed by the Maryland Estates and Trusts Code (Md. Est. & Trusts §§4-101 to 4-411)
- Must be in writing, signed by the testator, and witnessed by at least two credible witnesses who sign in the presence of the testator
- Testator must be at least 18 years old (or lawfully married) and of sound mind
Restrictions & Limits
- Maryland imposes an estate tax on estates exceeding $5 million (2024 exemption) at graduated rates up to 16%; estates above this threshold must file a Maryland estate tax return within 9 months of death
- Surviving spouse and children have statutory forced share rights under the Maryland intestate and elective share provisions (Md. Est. & Trusts §3-203)
- Maryland does not recognize holographic wills — all wills must be signed in the presence of two witnesses
Official Statute References
Primary Maryland statutes governing this document type.
Maryland Last Will and Testament FAQ
Common questions about last will and testaments under Maryland law.
Does Maryland have an estate tax?
Yes. Maryland imposes a state estate tax on estates exceeding $5 million (2024 threshold), with rates up to 16%. Maryland is also one of only two states (along with New Jersey) that historically had both an estate tax and an inheritance tax, though Maryland's inheritance tax applies only to property passing to certain beneficiaries. Careful estate planning is important for Maryland residents with substantial assets.
Are handwritten wills valid in Maryland?
No. Maryland does not recognize holographic (handwritten) wills. All wills must be in writing (printed or typed is fine), signed by the testator, and witnessed by at least two adults who sign in the testator's presence. A holographic will executed in Maryland would be invalid.
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