Effect of Prior Declarations.
Known as the Natural Death Act
The act spans §§ 22–22 (18 sections).
(Acts 1997, No. 97-187, p. 281, §4; Act 2001-658, p. 1352, §2.)
Any declaration made prior to August 1, 2001, shall be given effect as provided in this chapter provided that:
(a) Such declaration was legally effective when written; and
(b) Artificially provided nutrition and hydration shall not be withdrawn pursuant to the declaration unless specifically authorized therein.
Official source: Alabama Legislature (ALISON). Reproduced from public-domain Alabama statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.