Ala. Code § 26-1B-2

Current through the 2024 Regular Session.

Section 26-1B-2 - Definitions

For the purposes of this act, the following terms have the following meanings:

(1) SUPPORTED DECISION-MAKING. The process of supporting and accommodating an adult in the decision-making process without impeding the self-determination of the adult. This term includes assistance in making, communicating, and effectuating life decisions.

(2) SUPPORTED DECISION-MAKING AGREEMENT. A written agreement detailing decision-making supports and accommodations that an adult chooses to receive from one or more supporters.

(3) SUPPORTER. An individual at least 18 years of age who has voluntarily entered into a supported decision-making agreement with an adult and is designated as such in a supported decision-making agreement.

Ala. Code § 26-1B-2 (1975)

Added by Act 2023-134,§ 2, eff. 8/1/2023.