
South Dakota Medical Power of Attorney Form
A South Dakota medical power of attorney enables a principal to appoint an agent to make healthcare decisions on their behalf. The principal has the option to specify preferences regarding end-of-life care and outline any particular treatment requests they may have. Additionally, the document can include successor agents to ensure that there is a backup decision-maker if the primary agent is unavailable.
Signing Requirements
Two witnesses and a notary public.
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