Living Will / Advance Directive in Arizona

Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: July 2026

Start with the official Arizona form

The canonical, court-accepted version of this form is published by the AZ AG Advance Directive Registry (optional). Search your county or district court's website for the current Living Will / Advance Directive form before relying on any template. Forms are revised periodically — always confirm you have the current revision before filing.

Verify with your local court clerk before filing: local rules sometimes add cover-sheet, formatting, or service requirements beyond what the state-issued form shows.

Arizona Requirements

Signed by declarant
One witness or notary
Witness not provider
Registration optional

Filing Location

AZ AG Advance Directive Registry (optional)

Filing Fee

None

Statute Reference

Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 36-3201 et seq.

How to Complete This Form

1Consider your preferences regarding life-sustaining treatment, resuscitation, and palliative care.
2Obtain your state's statutory advance directive form if one is available.
3Specify your wishes regarding artificial nutrition, hydration, ventilator support, and other treatments.
4If your state offers a combined form, also designate a healthcare agent to make decisions on your behalf.
5Sign the document in the presence of the required witnesses and/or notary public.
6Provide copies to your healthcare agent, primary care physician, and hospital.
7Review and update the document periodically or after major health changes.

Educational Example

Editorial Template (Not the Official Court Form)

This is an educational template showing the typical structure of a Living Will / Advance Directive in Arizona. It is not a court-validated form and should not be used in place of the official form issued by the AZ AG Advance Directive Registry (optional). Use this template only to understand what information you will need to assemble before completing the official form. Submitting this template instead of the official form may result in rejection by the court clerk.

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When to Talk to a Lawyer

You have a complex medical condition and want to ensure your advance directive covers specific scenarios.
You are concerned that family members may disagree about your end-of-life care preferences.

This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.