Code of Federal Regulations > Title 25 > Chapter I > Part 15 > Subpart A - Subpart A—Introduction

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Regulations most recently checked for updates: Aug 28, 2025

§ 15.1 - What is the purpose of this part?

§ 15.2 - What definitions do I need to know?

§ 15.3 - Who can make a will disposing of trust or restricted land or trust personalty?

§ 15.4 - What are the requirements for a valid will?

§ 15.5 - May I revoke my will?

§ 15.6 - May my will be deemed revoked by operation of the law of any State?

§ 15.7 - What is a self-proved will?

§ 15.8 - May I make my will, codicil, or revocation self-proved?

§ 15.9 - What information must be included in an affidavit for a self-proved will, codicil, or revocation?

§ 15.10 - What assets will the Secretary probate?

§ 15.11 - What are the basic steps of the probate process?

§ 15.12 - What happens if assets in a trust estate may be diminished or destroyed while the probate is pending?