New Jersey Advance Directive Forms

An advance directive is a legally binding document that gives instructions for your healthcare in the event that you are no longer able to make or communicate those decisions yourself. Laws and instructions differ by state. Learn more about the basics of advance directives and advance care planning.

Below you will find the advance directive template for New Jersey.

Instructions for Downloading the Advance Directive Template

What happens if you do not have an Advance Directive in New Jersey and are unable to speak for yourself

No general provision on surrogate decision-making.

Note that in many states, there are separate requirements related to minors, specific types of treatment (such as mental healthcare or medical research), or for pregnant women. These more specific provisions are beyond the scope of this information. Some states will also allow for an oral designation of an agent. The purpose of this information is to help you plan ahead for when you may not be able to make a decision for yourself, so it does not address oral designations.

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