Revised Code of Washington - RCW Title 9A Washington Criminal Code - Section 9A.42.040 Withdrawal of life support systems

§ 9A.42.040. Withdrawal of life support systems

RCW 9A.42.020, 9A.42.030, 9A.42.035, and 9A.42.037 do not apply to decisions to withdraw life support systems made in accordance with chapter 7.70 or 70.122 RCW by the dependent person, his or her legal surrogate, or others with a legal duty to care for the dependent person.

[2002 c 219 § 3; 2000 c 76 § 2; 1986 c 250 § 4.]

Notes:
     Intent -- Finding -- 2002 c 219: See note following RCW 9A.42.037.

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