(1) An attorney-in-fact may withdraw by giving notice to the principal. If a principal is incapable, the attorney-in-fact may withdraw by giving notice to the attending physician. The attending physician shall note the withdrawal as part of the principal’s medical record.
     (2) A person who has withdrawn under the provisions of subsection (1) of this Section may rescind the withdrawal by executing an acceptance after the date of the withdrawal. The acceptance must be in the same form as provided by Section 75 of this Act for accepting an appointment. A person who rescinds a withdrawal must give notice to the principal if the principal is capable or to the principal’s attending physician if the principal is incapable.

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Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 755 ILCS 43/70

  • Attorney-in-fact: A person who, acting as an agent, is given written authorization by another person to transact business for him (her) out of court.