[MI] Does an Advance Directive need to be notarized?
No, a Michigan Advanced Health Care Directive does not need to be notarized.
However, it does require two adult witnesses to sign it, and these witnesses cannot be family members, health care providers, or beneficiaries of your estate. (§ 700.5506)
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Curious if I need to have this document signed by an attorney or notary public?
I understand the importance of ensuring the validity of your document. Is this document related to a specific legal matter?
Advance Directive Medical
Are you looking to have this document notarized for official purposes?
Yes
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I just need to know if anyone can witness this medical advanced directive or can anyone sign it
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What state are you executing the Advanced Medical Directive?
Michigan
No, a Michigan Advanced Health Care Directive does not need to be notarized.
However, it does require two adult witnesses to sign it, and these witnesses cannot be family members, health care providers, or beneficiaries of your estate. (§ 700.5506)
So, my neighbors can sign it?
Yes.
Perfect. Thank you.
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