Can a will be revoked?

A will can indeed be revoked, and the testator, who is the individual who created the will, has the authority to do so through various recognized methods. This reflects the principle that a testator can change their mind about the distribution of their estate and can manifest this change through several approaches, including creating a new will, explicitly stating the revocation in a written document, or by physically destroying the existing will.

The ability to revoke a will is an essential aspect of estate planning as it allows individuals to update their intentions as their circumstances or wishes evolve. For instance, if a testator gets married, divorced, or has children after the creation of the will, they might choose to revoke an earlier document to ensure their estate represents their current wishes.

The other responses do not accurately reflect the legal framework regarding the revocation of wills. A will is not permanent and does not require a judge for revocation, nor does it need the agreement of all beneficiaries, simplifying the process for the testator to alter their estate planning decisions.