A Virginia advance directive allows a Virginia resident to make future medical decisions while of sound mind in case of future incapacitation. It chooses a person who can represent the principal in healthcare decisions and outlines the types of medications and life-sustaining treatments the principal consents to receiving.
A Virginia advance directive allows a Virginia resident to make future medical decisions while of sound mind in case of future incapacitation. It chooses a person who can represent the principal in healthcare decisions and outlines the types of medications and life-sustaining treatments the principal consents to receiving.
A Virginia advance directive allows a Virginia resident to make future medical decisions while of sound mind in case of future incapacitation. It chooses a person who can represent the principal in healthcare decisions and outlines the types of medications and life-sustaining treatments the principal consents to receiving.
Advance directives must be signed by two adult witnesses.[1]
An advance directive can be revoked by an individual of sound mind through a written or verbal revocation, or by destroying or ordering the destruction of the form in their presence. The attending physician must be notified of any revocation.[2]
Individuals may register an advance directive with the Advance Health Care Directives Registry for a fee. Filing is optional.[3]
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