§ 33-5-7. Wills conforming to laws of other states.
Any last will and testament executed outside this state in the mode prescribed by the law, either of the place where executed or of the testator’s domicile, shall be deemed to be legally executed, and shall be of the same force and effect as if executed in the mode prescribed by the laws of this state; provided, the last will and testament is in writing and subscribed by the testator.
History of Section.G.L. 1896, ch. 203, § 36; G.L. 1909, ch. 254, § 36; P.L. 1911, ch. 706, § 1; G.L. 1923, ch. 298, § 36; G.L. 1938, ch. 566, § 35; G.L. 1956, § 33-5-7.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 33 - Probate Practice and Procedure
Chapter 33-5 - Execution and Revocation of Wills
Section 33-5-1. - Definitions.
Section 33-5-2. - Testamentary capacity — Property subject to will.
Section 33-5-4. - Nomination of guardian by will.
Section 33-5-5. - Execution of will — Acknowledgment and attestation.
Section 33-5-6. - Persons in military service — Sailors.
Section 33-5-7. - Wills conforming to laws of other states.
Section 33-5-8. - Conformation to law at time of execution.
Section 33-5-9. - Revocation of will by marriage.
Section 33-5-9.1. - Revocation of provision in will for divorced spouse.
Section 33-5-10. - Methods of revoking will.