Texas Living Will PDF
Texas at a glance: Witnesses Required: 2 witnesses (at least 1 disinterested) OR notarization · Governing Law: Tex. Health & Safety Code § 166.033 · Self-Proving: Yes (when notarized or witnessed)
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Living Wills in Texas
Texas living wills are legally known as a Directive to Physicians and Family or Surrogates (Tex. Health & Safety Code § 166.033).
The directive must be signed in the presence of two witnesses, at least one of whom must be "disinterested" (not related by blood or marriage, not a beneficiary of the estate, and not a healthcare provider). Texas allows notarization in lieu of witness signatures.
Texas Living Will — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Texas Rule |
|---|---|
| Witnesses Required | 2 witnesses (at least 1 disinterested) OR notarization |
| Governing Law | Tex. Health & Safety Code § 166.033 |
| Self-Proving | Yes (when notarized or witnessed) |
Texas Legal Requirements
- Must be signed in the presence of two witnesses or acknowledged before a notary.
- At least one witness must not be a relative, heir, beneficiary, healthcare agent, or employee of the healthcare facility.
Texas Governing Laws
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Texas legal resources or your state legislature's official website.