Online Medical Power of Attorney and Directive to Physicians in Texas
At hofheinzlaw.com you can prepare a Texas Medical Power of Attorney for $20 and a Directive to Physicians (living will) at no charge. Each must be signed before two qualified witnesses or a notary (Tex. Health & Safety Code §§ 166.154, 166.032). The first names who decides for you; the second states your wishes about life-sustaining treatment.
Questions and answers
What is the difference?
The Medical Power of Attorney names a person and covers treatment decisions when you cannot decide. The Directive applies only to terminal or irreversible conditions and records your instructions.
Who can be a witness?
Two adult witnesses. At least one must not be your agent, a relative by blood or marriage, an heir or beneficiary, or your attending physician or the physician's employee (Tex. Health & Safety Code § 166.003). A notary may be used instead.
Which form is used?
The statutory forms (§§ 166.164 and 166.033).
Where should I keep them?
Give copies to your agent and your doctors, and keep the originals where they can be found.
Related: Wills, Powers of Attorney and Directives in Texas — Questions and Answers and Online Client Services.
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