Codicil is part of which instrument?

• A. A codicil is part of a Mortgage.
• B. A codicil is part of a Trust.
• C. A codicil is part of a Will.
• D. A codicil is part of a Deed.

Answer: (C)

A codicil is a supplement to a will that amends, revokes, or clarifies provisions of the original will. It becomes part of the will once properly executed, and is probated with the will, effectively updating the testamentary document without needing a new will.

It doesn’t apply to mortgages, trusts, or deeds. A mortgage is a loan secured by property, a trust is a separate instrument governing how assets are managed, and a deed records a transfer of real property. Those are distinct from the will, whereas a codicil specifically modifies the will.