Louisiana § RS 28:231 - Revocation of advance directive

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 28:231 — Revocation of advance directive, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 28:231. Revocation of advance directive

An advance directive for mental health treatment may be revoked in whole or in part at any time by the principal if the principal is not incapable.  Revocation shall be effective when a principal who is not capable communicates the revocation to the treating physician or other provider.  The treating physician or other provider shall note the revocation as part of the principal's medical record.

Acts 2001, No. 755, §1.

Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 28:231 cover?

Section RS 28:231 ("Revocation of advance directive") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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