California · Probate Code

PROB §4660: A copy of a written advance health care directive, revocation of an advance directive, or designation or disqualification of a surrogate has the same effect as the original.

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A copied advance health care directive, revocation, or surrogate designation/disqualification document has the same legal effect as the original document.

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A copy of a written advance health care directive, revocation of an advance directive, or designation or disqualification of a surrogate has the same effect as the original.

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