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Virginia Living Will

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Virginia at a glance: Witnesses Required: 2 witnesses · Notary Required: No · Governing Law: Va. Code § 54.1-2983

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Overview

Living Wills in Virginia

Virginia requires advance directives to be signed in the presence of two witnesses. Notarization cannot substitute.
Key Facts

Virginia Living Will — Quick Reference

RequirementVirginia Rule
Witnesses Required2 witnesses
Notary RequiredNo
Governing LawVa. Code § 54.1-2983
Legal Requirements

Virginia Legal Requirements

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

Virginia Governing Laws

Va. Code § 54.1-2983
Procedure for Making Written Declaration
Requires two witnesses.

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

Questions & Answers

Virginia Living Will — Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a notary in Virginia?

No, but you must have two witness signatures.