In many states, you can register your Advance Medical Directive and Medical Power of Attorney with the state to make it more easily accessible in the event of your incapacity. We also provide Emergency Cards for our clients at no additional charge. If you don't already have one of our Emergency Cards or need to get an updated card, please email us.

Virginia

• Virginia Advance Medical Directive Registry
• Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles Emergency Contact Information

Maryland

• Maryland Health Care Commission
• Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration: Online Services: Log into Online Services to add Emergency Contact Information to your license record

District of Columbia

• The District of Columbia does not currently offer a registry for advance directives.
• The District of Columbia Department of Motor Vehicles does not currently offer a registry for emergency contact information.

What Else Will Your Loved Ones Need to Know?

In addition to registering your Advance Medical Directive and Medical Power of Attorney, you may also want to write an advice and instruction letter to your loved ones to tell them about your wishes and the legal documents that make up your estate plan.