Part II · Probate

Rule 5.215. Authenticated Copy of Will

Amended January 1, 2026 (current)

An authenticated copy of a will may be admitted to probate if the original could be admitted to probate in Florida.

Committee Notes

Rule History 2002 Revision: New rule, derived from former rule 5.210(a)(4). 2003 Revision: Committee notes revised. Statutory References § 733.205, Fla. Stat. Probate of notarial will. § 733.206, Fla. Stat. Probate of will of resident after foreign probate. § 734.102, Fla. Stat. Ancillary administration. § 734.1025, Fla. Stat. Nonresident decedent’s testate estate with property not exceeding $50,000 in this state; determination of claims. § 734.104, Fla. Stat. Foreign wills; admission to record; effect on title. Rule References Fla. Prob. R. 5.200 Petition for administration. Fla. Prob. R. 5.210 Probate of wills without administration. Fla. Prob. R. 5.470 Ancillary administration. Fla. Prob. R. 5.475 Ancillary administration, short form.