New Jersey § 26:2h-77
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 26:2h-77, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 26:2h-77.
a. The withholding or withdrawing of life-sustaining treatment pursuant to section
15 of this act, 1 when performed in good faith, and in accordance with the terms of an advance directive
and the provisions of this act, shall not constitute homicide, suicide, assisted suicide,
or active euthanasia. b. To the extent any of the provisions of this act are inconsistent with P.L.1971,
c. 373 ( C.46:2B-8 et seq. ) concerning the designation of a health care representative, the provisions of this
act shall have priority over those of P.L.1971, c. 373 ( C.46:2B-8 et seq. ). Durable powers of attorney for health care executed pursuant to P.L.1971, c. 373 ( C.46:2B-8 et seq. ) prior to the effective date of this act shall have the same legal force and effect
as if they had been executed in accordance with the provisions of this act. c. Nothing in this act shall be construed to impair the rights of emancipated minors
under existing law. 1
N.J.S.A. § 26:2H-67.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 26:2h-77
What does New Jersey Statutes § 26:2h-77 cover?
Section 26:2h-77 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. 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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