Virginia § 32.1-291.4 - Who may make anatomical gift before donor's death
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 32.1-291.4 — Who may make anatomical gift before donor's death, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 32.1-291.4. Who may make anatomical gift before donor's death
Subject to § 32.1-291.8, 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 § 32.1-291.5 by:
1. The donor, if the donor is an adult or if the donor is a minor and is:
a. Emancipated; or
b. Authorized under state law to apply for a driver's license because the donor is at least 15 years and six months of age;
2. An agent of the donor, unless the power of attorney for health care or other record prohibits the agent from making an anatomical gift;
3. A parent of the donor, if the donor is an unemancipated minor; or
4. The donor's guardian.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Code of Virginia § 32.1-291.4 cover?
Section 32.1-291.4 ("Who may make anatomical gift before donor's death") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. 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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