HRS §560:3-102
When a will must be approved by probate
This section says that, with one exception, a will only works to pass property or name an executor if a probate official or court officially approves it. It does not explain the exception or the approval process.
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The statute, as written — Necessity of order of probate for will
Except as provided in section 560:3-1201, to be effective to prove the transfer of any property or to nominate an executor, a will must be declared to be valid by an order of informal probate by the registrar, or an adjudication of probate by the court.
Sections this one refers to
§560:3-1201 Getting a Deceased Person's Property Without a Court Case
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