New York Medical Power of Attorney PDF
New York at a glance: Witnesses Required: 2 witnesses (minimum age 18) · Notary Required: No (cannot substitute for witnesses) · Governing Law: N.Y. Pub. Health Law § 2981
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Medical Powers of Attorney in New York
In New York, the document is called a **Health Care Proxy** (N.Y. Pub. Health Law § 2981).
It must be signed by the principal in the presence of two adult witnesses who are at least 18 years old. The appointed agent cannot sign as a witness. **Notarization is not recognized as a substitute for witnesses** under New York law; two witness signatures are always mandatory.
New York Medical Power of Attorney — Quick Reference
| Requirement | New York Rule |
|---|---|
| Witnesses Required | 2 witnesses (minimum age 18) |
| Notary Required | No (cannot substitute for witnesses) |
| Governing Law | N.Y. Pub. Health Law § 2981 |
New York Legal Requirements
- Must be signed in the presence of two adult witnesses.
- Witnesses cannot be the designated health care agent.
New York Governing Laws
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's New York legal resources or your state legislature's official website.