Netherlands Termination of Life on Request and Assisted Suicide (Review Procedures) Act

The Netherlands' Termination of Life on Request and Assisted Suicide (Review Procedures) Act allows eligible patients to choose death through medically assisted means, including euthanasia and assisted suicide. The law requires strict criteria: the patient must voluntarily request it, be mentally competent, and face unbearable suffering without hope of improvement. Physicians must follow procedural steps, including assessing the patient's condition and consulting with a second doctor. Afterward, the case is reviewed by regional oversight committees to ensure compliance and safeguard ethical standards, providing transparency and accountability while respecting individual autonomy.