Art. 2890.  Proces verbal of probate

A.  A proces verbal of the hearing shall be prepared, signed by the judge or by the clerk, and by the witnesses who testified at the hearing, which shall be a record of the succession proceeding, and which shall recite or include:

(1)  The opening of the testament, and the manner in which proof of its authenticity and validity was submitted;

(2)  The names and surnames of the witnesses testifying, either personally or by affidavit or deposition; the substance of the testimony of the witnesses who testify personally at the hearing; and that any affidavits or depositions used are made a part thereof by attachment or by reference;

(3)  The paraphing of the testament by the court, as set forth in Article 2882;

(4)  An order that the testament be recorded, filed, and executed, if the court finds that it has been proved in accordance with law; or an order refusing to probate the testament, giving the substance of the court's reasons therefor.

B.  If written affidavits only are used to prove a will under Articles 2883 through 2887, the proces verbal shall be dispensed with, and the court shall render a written order that the testament be recorded, filed, and executed, if the court finds that it has been proved in accordance with law, or a written order refusing to probate the testament, giving the substance of the court's reasons therefor.

Amended by Acts 1968, No. 130, §1; Acts 1970, No. 475, §1; Acts 1984, No. 393, §1; Acts 1987, No. 270, §1.