Cal. Prob. Code § 4609

Current through the 2023 Legislative Session.

Section 4609 - Capacity

"Capacity" means a person's ability to understand the nature and consequences of a decision and to make and communicate a decision, and includes in the case of proposed health care, the ability to understand its significant benefits, risks, and alternatives.

Ca. Prob. Code § 4609

Amended by Stats 2001 ch 230 (AB 1278), s 3, eff. 1/1/2002.

Added October 10, 1999 (Bill Number: AB 891) (Chapter 658).