Implicit revocation occurs when:

Implicit revocation occurs when:

• A. New will with 7-point formality
• B. Codicil with 7-point formality
• C. New will with fewer than 7-point formalities
• D. A short note with initials changing amounts

Answer: (A)

Implicit revocation happens when a later valid instrument conflicts with an earlier will, causing the earlier document to be revoked by operation of law without an express statement of revocation. A new will that is properly executed (with the required formalities) creates a fresh testamentary instrument whose terms supersede the prior will to the extent of any inconsistency. Because the later will stands as a valid, fully executed document, it effectively revokes the old will’s provisions that clash with it, even if there isn’t an explicit revocation clause. A new will with proper formalities is the best example of this, since its valid execution alone is enough to cause the older will to be superseded where they conflict. A codicil can amend or modify the prior will, but implicit revocation is most classically described in the context of a new, fully executed will. A short note with initials changing amounts isn’t a valid testamentary instrument, so it wouldn’t trigger revocation.

Implicit revocation happens when a later valid instrument conflicts with an earlier will, causing the earlier document to be revoked by operation of law without an express statement of revocation. A new will that is properly executed (with the required formalities) creates a fresh testamentary instrument whose terms supersede the prior will to the extent of any inconsistency. Because the later will stands as a valid, fully executed document, it effectively revokes the old will’s provisions that clash with it, even if there isn’t an explicit revocation clause.

A new will with proper formalities is the best example of this, since its valid execution alone is enough to cause the older will to be superseded where they conflict. A codicil can amend or modify the prior will, but implicit revocation is most classically described in the context of a new, fully executed will. A short note with initials changing amounts isn’t a valid testamentary instrument, so it wouldn’t trigger revocation.