§18–103.

    (a)    An adult may utilize supported decision making to:

        (1)    Increase the adult’s self–determination;

        (2)    Prevent the need for the appointment of a substitute decision maker; or

        (3)    Limit or terminate the use of a substitute decision maker.

    (b)    All adults are presumed capable of making a supported decision–making agreement.

    (c)    The manner in which an adult communicates with others is not grounds for determining that the adult is incapable of making, changing, or revoking a supported decision–making agreement.

    (d)    Execution of a supported decision–making agreement by an adult may not:

        (1)    Be used as evidence of incapacity; or

        (2)    Preclude the ability of the adult to:

            (i)    Act independently of a supported decision–making agreement; or

            (ii)    Access the adult’s personal information without a supporter.