Ohio § 2135.09
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2135.09, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2135.09.
(A) A declarant may revoke a declaration at any time the declarant has the capacity to
consent to mental health treatment decisions. Any revocation of a declaration by a declarant shall be in writing, signed by the
declarant, and dated. The revocation shall be effective upon its communication to the mental health treatment
provider of the declarant or the health care facility providing services to the declarant. If the declaration is operative, then the declarant may revoke the declaration after
a designated physician or a psychiatrist, and one other mental health treatment provider,
who examine the declarant determine that the declarant has the capacity to consent
to mental health treatment decisions. (B) Upon the declarant's revocation of a declaration, the mental health treatment provider
or the health care facility shall make the revocation a part of the declarant's medical
record. (C) A valid declaration for mental health treatment revokes a prior, valid declaration
for mental health treatment. (D) The probate judge of the county in which the declarant is located may revoke a declaration
if the judge appoints a guardian for the declarant and specifically orders the revocation
of the declaration.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2135.09
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2135.09 cover?
Section 2135.09 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. 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 Ohio § 2135.09?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2135.09" (Ohio). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Ohio law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Ohio official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Ohio attorney.
How does Ohio § 2135.09 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Ohio can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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