Where two conflicting clauses are found in a will, the last shall stand.

Explanation

The later clause prevails on the assumption that it represents the testator's final mind — the earlier, inconsistent provision is deemed revoked.

Where this applies

• My mother's will says one thing in paragraph 3 and the opposite in paragraph 7 — which controls?
• Two provisions in the same will contradict each other about who gets the house.

See also

• 5.7.2 In wills, the intention of the testator is more especially regarded.
• 5.7.5 The will of a testator is ambulatory until the last moment of life — he may change it at any time.