Under most statutes, such wills can only be made during a person's "last sickness," must be witnessed by at least three persons, and reduced to writing by the witnesses within a specified amount of time after the testator's death. Some states also place limits on the types and value of property that can be bequeathed in this manner.
Generally, such wills can only be created during an individual's "final days," must be authenticated by at least three people, and documented in writing by the witnesses within a predetermined timeframe after the testator's death. Certain states also impose restrictions on the types and values of assets that can be inherited under these circumstances.