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Illinois Living Will

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Illinois at a glance: Witnesses Required: 2 witnesses · Notary Required: No · Governing Law: 755 Ill. Comp. Stat. 35/3

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Overview

Living Wills in Illinois

Illinois requires living wills to be signed in the presence of two credible witnesses. Notarization cannot substitute for witnesses.
Key Facts

Illinois Living Will — Quick Reference

RequirementIllinois Rule
Witnesses Required2 witnesses
Notary RequiredNo
Governing Law755 Ill. Comp. Stat. 35/3
Legal Requirements

Illinois Legal Requirements

  • Must be signed by the declarant and two witnesses.
Governing Laws

Illinois Governing Laws

755 ILCS 35/3
Execution of Declaration
Requires two witnesses for living wills.

Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Illinois legal resources or your state legislature's official website.

Questions & Answers

Illinois Living Will — Frequently Asked Questions

Does Illinois allow notarization in place of witnesses?

No. You must have two witness signatures for an Illinois living will.