Me. Stat. tit. 22 § 2944

Current through 131st (2023-2024) Legislature Chapter 684
Section 2944 - Who may make anatomical gift before donor's death

Subject to section 2948, 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 in the manner provided in section 2945 by: [2007, c. 601, §2(NEW).]

1.Donor. The donor, if the donor is at least 18 years of age or is under 18 years of age and is:
A. An emancipated minor; or [2007, c. 601, §2(NEW).]
B. Authorized under state law to apply for a driver's license because the donor is at least 16 years of age; [2007, c. 601, §2(NEW).]

[2007, c. 601, §2(NEW).]

2.Agent of donor. An agent of the donor, unless the power of attorney for health care or other record prohibits the agent from making an anatomical gift;

[2007, c. 601, §2(NEW).]

3.Parent of the donor. A parent of the donor, if the donor is under 18 years of age and not emancipated; or

[2007, c. 601, §2(NEW).]

4.Guardian of donor. The donor's guardian.

[2007, c. 601, §2(NEW).]

22 M.R.S. § 2944

2007, c. 601, § 2 (NEW) .