Nevada § 449A.718 - Access to advance directive
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 449A.718 — Access to advance directive, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 449A.718. Access to advance directive
1. Except as otherwise provided in this section, the Secretary of State shall not
provide access to a registrant's advance directive unless: (a) The person requesting access provides the registration number and password of
the registrant; (b) The Secretary of State determines that providing access to the advance directive
is in the best interest of the registrant; (c) Access to the advance directive is required pursuant to the lawful order of a
court of competent jurisdiction; or (d) Access to the advance directive is requested by the registrant or the registrant’s
personal representative. 2. A registrant or the personal representative of a registrant may access the registrant's
advance directive for any purpose. A provider of health care to the registrant may access the registrant's advance
directive only in connection with the provision of health care to the registrant.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 449A.718
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 449A.718 cover?
Section 449A.718 ("Access to advance directive") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nevada § 449A.718?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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How does Nevada § 449A.718 apply to my situation?
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