Advance Directive Form

Connecticut’s Advance Directive form can be found here. It states an individual’s instructions regarding their health care and treatment, living and last will, and the chosen proxy. The form must be signed by the individual, proxy, and two witnesses.

How to Order a Death Certificate

The following people can request a death certificate in Connecticut:

• Deceased’s immediate family members
• Representative of an estate of deceased’s family member
• Third parties presenting a legitimate interest such as a funeral director or the deceased’s physician
• Department of Public Health

The required application information includes:

• Deceased’s legal name
• Deceased’s sex
• The legal names of the deceased’s parents
• Deceased’s spouse’s name if applicable
• Applicant’s legal name
• Applicant’s relation to the deceased
• Applicant’s phone number and e-mail
• Applicant’s address
• Purpose of request

The certificate and one certified copy cost $20. Cash is not accepted and all fees are non-refundable.

The application can be sent to the following address:

Department of Public Health

410 Capitol Avenue, MS #11 VRS

Hartford, CT 06134

Digital Estate Planning Law

Connecticut’s SB 262 Public Act No. 05-136 authorizes an individual’s legal representative who can access and control their digital assets and communications. This bill became effective on October 1, 2005.

Death With Dignity Legislation or Aid-in-Dying or Physician-Assisted Death

Connecticut’s terminally ill residents can end their life willingly following the Act Concerning Aid in Dying HB 6425. All amendments to the act can be found here.

Organ Donation Registry

Connecticut’s organ donation registry can be found here.

Physician Order for Life Sustaining Treatment (POLST)

Connecticut’s POLST form can be found here. This form must be completed only after a conversation with a patient or their representative. It’s necessary for patients who are at risk of a life-threatening clinical event due to a life-limiting medical condition.

Probate Laws

Information on Connecticut’s legislation on decedent’s will regarding their estate and other assets can be found in Title 45a: Probate Courts and Procedure Act.

Estate and Inheritance Tax

Connecticut imposes up to 12% estate tax capped at $15 million. Full information on Connecticut’s inheritance and estate taxation can be found here.