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Civil Act — Article 1072 (Ineligibility for witnesses)

민법 제1072조

(1) None of the following persons shall become a witness to the preparation of a will:

1. A minor;

2. A person under adult guardianship and person under limited guardianship;

3. A person to be benefited by a will, his or her spouse, or lineal blood relatives.

(2) Any person who is ineligible pursuant to the Notary Public Act shall not become a witness to the preparation of a notarial will.[This Article Wholly Amended on Mar. 7, 2011]

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