A. In every probate proceeding, the court or clerk may require all testamentary papers of the testator be produced and may compel the production of the will of a testator that is in the custody of any person.
B. A summons may be served by an order of publication on any person interested in the probate of the will in accordance with § 8.01-316.
C. The court may appoint a guardian ad litem for any person interested in the probate of the will in accordance with § 8.01-9.
D. The record of the testimony given by witnesses in court on the motion to admit a will to probate and any out of court depositions of witnesses who cannot be produced at a jury trial may be admitted as evidence and given such weight as the jury deems proper.