Under the legislation, there are strict conditions – all of which must be met. They are:
- Be 18 years of age or older.
- Be a citizen or permanent resident of NZ.
- Suffer from a terminal illness that is likely to end their life within six months.
- Have significant and ongoing decline in physical capability.
- Experience unbearable suffering that cannot be eased.
- Be able to make an informed decision about assisted dying.
Additionally, a person would not be able to choose assisted dying if their reason for the choice is mental illness, nor if their reason is because of a disability, nor if their reason is simply that they’re old.
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