Below you will find some of the laws governing living wills, powers of attorney and other advance directives in Ohio.
O.R.C. Chapter 1337 - Power of Attorney
O.R.C. Chapter 2133 - Modified uniform rights of the terminally ill act and the DNR identification and do-not-resuscitate order law
O.R.C. Chapter 2108 - Human bodies or parts thereof
Below you will find some sample Ohio advance directive forms.
Hamilton County Recorder's Office
Franklin County Recorder - State of Ohio Living Will Packet (updated May 2015)
Below you will find some of the laws governing living wills, powers of attorney and other advance directives in Ohio.
Living Wills and Healthcare Powers of Attorney - OSBA LawFacts Pamphlet
The Power of an Attorney - Ohio State Bar Association
Recognized Advance Directive Forms Simplify Healthcare Planning - Ohio State Bar Association
Financial Powers of Attorney - OSBA LawFacts Pamphlet
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