Reciprocity; choice of law

18 V.S.A. ch. 231, § 9716, under Chapter 231: Advance Directives for Health Care, Disposition of Remains, and Surrogate Decision Making.

18 V.S.A. ch. 231, § 9716

§ 9716. Reciprocity; choice of law

Nothing in this chapter limits the enforceability of an advance directive or similar instrument executed in another state or jurisdiction in compliance with the law of that state or jurisdiction. To the extent possible under conflicts of law doctrine, an advance directive executed in Vermont shall be interpreted according to Vermont law. (Added 2005, No. 55, § 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2005.)