R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-18.6.1-4

Current through 2024 Public Law 457
Section 23-18.6.1-4 - Who may make anatomical gift before donor's death

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.

R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-18.6.1-4

P.L. 2007 , ch. 476, § 2.