Can a will be contested or challenged?

A contested will may be declared invalid by a court if the testator lacked testamentary capacity, was unduly influenced, or the will failed formal requirements. The burden of proof lies with the person challenging it.

Yes, your spouse and children in British Columbia can challenge your will under the Wills, Estates and Succession Act if it does not make 'adequate provision' for their proper maintenance and support.

Yes, you can challenge a will in Ireland if it was made under duress — this is called 'undue influence', and the Succession Act 1965 allows such wills to be set aside.

Yes, a will can be challenged after the testator's death in India on grounds such as lack of testamentary capacity, undue influence, fraud, or improper execution.

Yes, you may be able to challenge your parent's will under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 if you were financially dependent on them or fall into a qualifying category.

Yes, you can contest a will in California if you are an interested person and have legal grounds such as lack of capacity, undue influence, fraud, or improper execution.

In New York, a will can be contested on grounds including lack of testamentary capacity, undue influence, fraud, duress, or improper execution under EPTL § 3-2.1.