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North Carolina Living Will PDF

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North Carolina at a glance: Witnesses Required: 2 witnesses (mandatory) · Notary Required: Yes (mandatory) · Governing Law: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 90-321

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Overview

Living Wills in North Carolina

North Carolina requires living wills to be signed in the presence of two witnesses AND notarized. Both are mandatory.
Key Facts

North Carolina Living Will — Quick Reference

RequirementNorth Carolina Rule
Witnesses Required2 witnesses (mandatory)
Notary RequiredYes (mandatory)
Governing LawN.C. Gen. Stat. § 90-321
Legal Requirements

North Carolina Legal Requirements

  • Must be signed by the declarant, two witnesses, and acknowledged before a notary.
Governing Laws

North Carolina Governing Laws

N.C. Gen. Stat. § 90-321
Right to a Natural Death
Strictly mandates both witnesses and notary public.

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

Questions & Answers

North Carolina Living Will — Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need both a notary and witnesses in North Carolina?

Yes, North Carolina is one of the few states that strictly requires both.