2011 Code of Virginia
Title 32.1 HEALTH.
Chapter 8 Postmortem Examinations and Services (32.1-277 thru 32.1-305)
32.1-291.4 Who may make anatomical gift before donor's death.
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.
(2007, cc. 92, 907.)
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