Witness requirements can vary from state to state, but in general they refer to the need for certain documents to be ‘witnessed’ before they become valid. Usually this involves having two witnesses sign off on a document such as a will or real estate deed. Often times the witnesses must be unrelated to the party signing the document and not have a vested interest in the outcome of said document. In some cases, the witnesses must be qualified by occupation, such as in the case of a medical power of attorney where one of the witnesses must be a medical professional. It’s important to double check your local state laws when it comes to witness requirements so that you remain compliant with legal authority.