South Dakota Living Will Form

South Dakota Living Will Form

A South Dakota living will is a form that helps people plan for the unfortunate occurrence of a health issue that causes a person to be incapacitated to the point where they are unable to make decisions for themselves. This document will convey a person’s wishes regarding end-of-life treatments should they contract an incurable illness.

Last updated May 14th, 2025

A South Dakota living will is a form that helps people plan for the unfortunate occurrence of a health issue that causes a person to be incapacitated to the point where they are unable to make decisions for themselves. This document will convey a person’s wishes regarding end-of-life treatments should they contract an incurable illness.

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Laws§ 34-12D

Signing Requirements (§ 34-12D-2) – Two (2) Witnesses and a Notary Public

Statutory Form – § 34-12D-3


State Definition

Statute§ 34-12D-1(2)

“Declaration,” a writing executed in accordance with the requirements of § 34-12D-2.