A Nebraska living will is a document that gives an individual the power to choose their end-of-life treatment options in case they become incapacitated or incompetent. They can appoint an agent, choose the types of treatment they’ll accept, and more. The use of this document is supported by the provisions of the statute in § 20-404. When this form is filled, the wishes of the principal will be respected while being in line with the “Rights of the Terminally Ill Act”. It is however required, under 20-404(1), that two witnesses sign this document.
As the principal/declarant, you are to carefully go through the provisions in this form and then proceed to fill the form if you agree with it. You are to enter essential details like the date the document was filed, your full name, your signature, and your home/mailing address.
You are to do the above in the presence of two witnesses who are then required to sign the document and enter their mailing address on the form. This serves as evidence that you were in your right mind when creating the living will.
Following this, a notary public is to sign and acknowledge the document with their seal. When this is finished, it’s considered a valid legal document.