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Rhode Island General Laws Title 23. Health and Safety § 23-18.6.1-4. Who may make anatomical gift before donor's death

Current as of January 01, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff

Subject to the provisions of this chapter, an anatomical gift of a donor's body or part may be made during the life of the donor for the purpose of transplantation, therapy, research, or education by:

(1) The donor, if the donor is an adult or if the donor is a minor and is:

(i) Emancipated; or

(ii) Authorized under state law to apply for a driver's license because the donor is at least sixteen (16) years of age;

(2) An agent of the donor, unless the power of attorney for health care or other record prohibits the agent from making an anatomical gift;

(3) A parent of the donor, if the donor is an unemancipated minor; or

(4) The donor's guardian.

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