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ADVANCE CARE DIRECTIVES ACT 2013 - SECT 26

26—Substitute decision-maker may obtain advice

        (1)         Despite any other Act or law, a substitute decision-maker may obtain such advice (whether of a professional or technical nature or otherwise) as the substitute decision-maker reasonably requires in relation to the exercise of their powers, or discharge of their responsibilities, under an advance care directive.

        (2)         However, a substitute decision-maker must have regard to, and seek to protect, the privacy of the person who gave the advance care directive when obtaining such advice.



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