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Original wills are are found in probate case files, and certified copies can be obtained from county probate courts. We have Will Books for most* Minnesota counties, though the dates covered by the books varies by individual county.

In most cases, the ?original? of the will must be submitted to the probate court in the county where the person resided. If the original of the will cannot be located and provided to the court, Minnesota's probate code does permit the submission of a photocopy of that signed will though it may cause a delay.

A will does not have to be filed anywhere after it is signed and witnessed, but it's always best to make sure it can be found after you die. Make sure it is in a safe place. You can give it to your Personal Representative since this is a person you trust and is the person who makes sure your wishes are carried out.

When a testator dies, an ?interested party? may ask to get a copy by filing a written request along with a death certificate for the testator. Use the Request for Access to Confidential or Sealed Record to make a request.

The law generally provides that, without a will, your estate will pass to your spouse, if still alive, but in situations where either spouse has children from other marriages, the spouse's share may be less than the entire estate. If your spouse is not alive, your estate will pass to your children in equal shares.

Submitting exhibits via MNDES is the easiest way to provide digital exhibits to the court. You must also follow Court Rules concerning exhibits, including sending the exhibits to other parties involved in your case.