District Of Columbia § 7-1531.03 - Who may make anatomical gift before donor’s death.
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§ 7-1531.03. Who may make anatomical gift before donor’s death.
7-1531.03Subject to , an anatomical gift of a donor’s body or part may be made during the life of the donor for the purpose of transplantation, therapy, research, or education in the manner provided in by:
The donor, if the donor is an adult or if the donor is a minor and is:
Emancipated; or
Authorized under state law to apply for a driver’s license because the donor is at least 16 years of age;
An agent of the donor, unless the power of attorney for health care or other record prohibits the agent from making an anatomical gift;
A parent of the donor, if the donor is an unemancipated minor; or
The donor’s guardian.
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Source: official District Of Columbia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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