Living Will in Arizona
State-specific overview · Estate & Probate
Arizona recognizes living wills; documents must be signed by you and one witness or notarized.
How Arizona treats Living Will
Arizona's advance directive statute (A.R.S. § 36-3201 et seq.) allows living wills that take effect when you lack decision-making capacity. You may execute your document with one witness and your signature, or you may have it notarized instead of using a witness. Arizona permits you to name a healthcare agent to interpret and implement your wishes. The state recognizes both written living wills and oral declarations made to your physician.
The general definition of Living Will
A document stating your wishes about life-sustaining medical treatment if you become unable to communicate.
A living will (also called an advance directive) is a written statement of your medical preferences if you're ever in a coma, terminal illness, or unable to speak for yourself. You can specify whether you want life support, feeding tubes, or resuscitation. Doctors and family members use it to make decisions that honor your values when you cannot.
Read the full Living Will entry →This page is a plain-English reference and is not legal advice. State laws change frequently. For specific situations consult a licensed attorney in Arizona.