§ 20-101
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§20–101.
(a)Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a minor who is at least 17 years old, without the consent of a parent or legal guardian, may give blood to a program that:
(1)Is voluntary;
(2)Does not pay money for the blood; and
(3)Is approved by:
(i)The American Association of Blood Banks; or
(ii)The American Red Cross.
(1)Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a minor who is at least 16 years old, and has obtained the consent of a parent or legal guardian, may give blood to the programs listed in subsection
(a)of this section.
(2)Consent may be obtained via telephone or electronic means.