Yes, in Minnesota wills are considered public record once they have been filed with the probate court. This means that anyone can request a copy of the will from the court.
If you are interested in obtaining a will filed in Hennepin (including Minneapolis), Marshall, or St. Louis (including Duluth) counties, please contact that county's court records or court administration department.
Users can find wills by searching with details such as the deceased's name or case number. Commercial Databases: Websites like Ancestry and Findmypast provide extensive archives of public documents. These platforms enable users to access wills and related legal records by facilitating refined search options.
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Probate also applies to other states' residents who own real property in Minnesota. Having a will does not avoid probate. The need for probate depends on the amount of property you own, the type of property you own, and whether you own it alone or with others.
When a testator dies, an “interested party” may ask to get a copy by filing a written request along with a death certificate for the testator. Use the Request for Access to Confidential or Sealed Record to make a request. Explain your relationship to the testator and why you want a copy of the Will.