[WSBAPT] Signature for PR declination - testate probate

[Heather de Vrieze]

I have used electronic signatures, or faxed signatures, and even an email once. Every commissioner is different though. Seems worth giving it a try.

Heather

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Subject: [WSBAPT] Signature for PR declination - testate probate

Hello,

Does anyone know whether the courts will accept an electronic signature for a PR declination? Signer, decedent's sister, is first valid PR named in will (first is decedent's ex-wife). Signer signed electronically, using a cursive e-signature, and did not include the "/s/." Signer's signature also includes a hyphenated name not included in the typed name below the signature line.

We represent the sole beneficiary and daughter of decedent, the proposed PR, who was 8 when the will was done. I have always gotten wet signatures for these declinations so an e-signature is a first for me but I don't want to bother the aunt for a wet signature if one is not needed because she is a bit difficult. (But I supposed I'd need to ask again anyway as the signed name needs to precisely reflect the typed name below the signature line, correct?)

Sincerely,

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