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General Obligations Law § 5-1553 · Title 15-A. Designation of Person In Parental Relation

Scope of designation

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§ 5-1553. Scope of designation. A designation pursuant to this title may specify: the treatment, diagnosis or activities for which consent is authorized; any treatment, diagnosis or activity for which consent is not authorized; or any other limitation on the duties and responsibilities conveyed by the designation.

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https://legislation.nysenate.gov/pdf/laws/GOB5-1553
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