Illinois HB4722 allows circuit court clerks to establish and maintain a will depository for the safekeeping of original wills.
HB4722 amends the Clerks of Courts Act to authorize circuit court clerks to establish and maintain a will depository. The depository allows for the voluntary safekeeping of original wills before the death of the testator. The bill outlines procedures for accepting, keeping, and returning these documents, including the requirement for a sealed envelope and index number. The testator may withdraw the deposited will at any time upon written request and proof of identity.
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