Can a copy be used instead of an original in an estate case? | NC

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Q: Can a copy of a tax return or other identification document be used instead of an original in a wrongful death or estate matter? A: Yes, often it can. A copy may be enough for an attorney, insurer, or claim reviewer to confirm basic facts, investigate the claim, or review estate issues. But a copy does not always replace an original or a certified record. If the Clerk of Superior Court, a…