Utah requires 2 witnesses present when the testator signsUtah Code § 75-2-502Verified Sep 16, 2026View source. Utah does not reduce a gift to a witness who is also a beneficiaryUtah Code § 75-2-505(2)Verified Sep 16, 2026View source.
Yes. Utah recognizes holographic (handwritten) willsUtah Code § 75-2-502Verified Sep 16, 2026View source when the material provisions are in the testator's handwriting. A holographic will typically needs no witnesses, but it is easier to challenge than a formally executed will.
Utah requires 1Utah Code § 75A-9-110 (formerly § 75A-3-303)Verified Oct 15, 2026View source witness, each at least 18 yearsUtah Code § 75A-9-110 (formerly § 75A-3-303)Verified Oct 15, 2026View source old and present when you sign, and the agent cannot serve as one.
Yes. Utah requires a notary acknowledgment on a financial power of attorneyUtah Code § 75A-2-105Verified Sep 20, 2026View source.
Utah provides a statutory form, and a deed in substantially that form is acceptedUtah Code 75-6-416Verified Aug 24, 2026. The deed must state that the transfer to the designated beneficiary is to occur at the transferor's death.