Section 2 – Definition of death — Determination of death.

• (1) An individual is dead if the individual has sustained either:
  • (a) irreversible cessation of circulatory and respiratory functions; or
  • (b) irreversible cessation of all functions of the entire brain, including the brain stem.

• (2) A determination of death shall be made in accordance with this chapter and accepted medical standards.

Amended by Chapter 353, 2020 General Session