Such document shall be in writing, signed by the declarant or by some other person in the declarant’s presence and at the declarant’s express direction, and witnessed in accordance with the provisions of subsection (c) of this Code section.
History. Code 1981, § 31-32-5 , enacted by Ga. L. 2007, p. 133, § 2/HB 24.
Editor’s notes.
For application of this statute in 2020, see Executive Order 04.09.20.01.
Law reviews.
For survey article on wills, trusts, guardianships, and fiduciary administration, see 59 Mercer L. Rev. 447 (2007).
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 32 - Advance Directives for Health Care
§ 31-32-3. Savings Clause for Existing Living Wills and Durable Powers of Attorney for Health Care
§ 31-32-5. Execution; Use of Form or Other Forms; Witnesses; Copies; Amendment
§ 31-32-6. Revocation; Declarant’s Marriage or Appointment of a Guardian
§ 31-32-7. Duties and Responsibilities of Health Care Agents
§ 31-32-8. Duties and Responsibilities of Health Care Providers
§ 31-32-10. Immunity From Liability or Disciplinary Action
§ 31-32-11. Advance Directive for Health Care’s Relationship to Criminal and Insurance Laws
§ 31-32-12. Restriction on Requiring and Preparing Advance Directives for Health Care
§ 31-32-13. Penalties and Legal Sanctions for Violations
§ 31-32-14. Effect of Chapter on Other Legal Rights and Duties