Washington Statutes
§ 70.245.070 — Informed decision.
Washington § 70.245.070
JurisdictionWashington
Title 70PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY
Ch. 70.245THE WASHINGTON DEATH WITH DIGNITY ACT
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Bluebook
Wash. Rev. Code § 70.245.070 (2026).
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A person shall not receive a prescription for medication to end his or her life in a humane and dignified manner unless he or she has made an informed decision. Immediately before writing a prescription for medication under this chapter, the attending qualified medical provider shall verify that the qualified patient is making an informed decision.
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Legislative History
[2023 c 38 s 8;2009 c 1 s 7(Initiative Measure No. 1000, approved November 4, 2008).]
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