Living Will in Florida
State-specific overview · Estate & Probate
Florida requires two witnesses or notarization; living wills are called "advance directives" and must be signed by you.
How Florida treats Living Will
Florida recognizes living wills as part of its advance directive law. Your document must be signed by you and either witnessed by two people (who cannot be your healthcare provider or related to you) or notarized. Florida law presumes you want life-sustaining treatment unless your advance directive clearly states otherwise, so explicit language about refusing resuscitation, ventilation, or feeding tubes is important.
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 Florida.