California Statutes
§ 4609. — 4609. (Amended by Stats. 2001, Ch. 230, Sec. 3.)
California·Code PROB Probate Code - PROB·Div. 4.7. DIVISION 4.7. HEALTH CARE DECISIONS·Part 1. PART 1. DEFINITIONS AND GENERAL·Ch. 1. CHAPTER 1. Short Title and Definitions
“Capacity” means a person’s ability to understand the nature and consequences of a decision and to make and communicate a decision, and includes in the case of proposed health care, the ability to understand its significant benefits, risks, and alternatives.
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Legislative History
Amended by Stats. 2001, Ch. 230, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 2002.