A California guardianship power of attorney form is used to nominate a short-term guardian for one or more minor children. The form empowers the guardian with rights to care for the child(ren) and make decisions regarding their healthcare and education. California law has no specific limitation on how long this type of guardianship may last, though it will generally be a temporary appointment ranging from…

A Maryland general power of attorney form allows a person to designate a third party, known as the “agent” or “attorney-in-fact,” to handle any type of monetary-related matter on their behalf. The attorney-in-fact can be anyone that the principal wishes to trust with all their assets. Once the document is signed, the agent will be authorized to conduct matters on the principal’s behalf. If the…

A New Jersey medical power of attorney form is a two-part document consisting of a living will portion as well as a power of attorney section for healthcare. The principal can choose to complete one of these sections or both. The power of attorney section (proxy directive) is used for appointing a healthcare representative to make decisions on the principal’s behalf if they are unable…

An Ohio motor vehicle power of attorney form (Form BMV 3771) can be completed to authorize an attorney-in-fact to represent the principal in certain vehicle-related dealings. If the principal cannot present themselves to the offices of an Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles, this form will allow the attorney-in-fact to appear in their stead and sign any papers associated with the titling or registration of a…

An Oregon medical power of attorney is part of an “advance directive” document that consists of a few pages relating to a person’s healthcare and representation in certain unfortunate circumstances. The first part of this document is the power of attorney section; the principal can appoint a trusted individual to make medical decisions in their stead should they be unable to communicate effectively with attending…

A Washington medical power of attorney form is used to establish the life-extending healthcare procedures in addition to allowing someone to select an agent to make decisions on their behalf. The person creating the form, the “principal,” will need to choose an agent to manage all decisions made when the principal is incapacitated. Most people will choose a spouse, relative, or close friend as their agent….

An Indiana general power of attorney form grants a third party the authority to act on the principal’s behalf for any type of financial decision within the state. The difference between this designation and the durable power of attorney is that this document becomes void if the principal should become incapacitated. The form does not need to be signed in front of any witnesses to…

An Alabama DMV power of attorney is used for people who cannot make it to perform any type of activity at this State office and would like to designate someone else to do so. This usually is vehicle registration related, and the person selected and the Principal must authorize this form as it will need to be presented when performing the designated task. Signing Requirements…

A Missouri medical power of attorney form grants a third party the authority to act as an individual’s healthcare agent to make all decisions regarding their healthcare if they become incapacitated. In the contract, the individual being represented (the principal) can stipulate whether the agent will be permitted to determine the use of certain life-sustaining medical treatments. The “health directive” portion of the form is…

A Nevada durable power of attorney form is created for the purpose of appointing an individual to represent someone in their everyday financial and business affairs. Once this document is executed, the appointed attorney-in-fact will maintain control over the principal’s financial affairs even if the principal becomes incapacitated. Having a durable POA in place will provide a sense of security for the principal in that…

A Texas motor vehicle power of attorney form, also known as VTR-271, allows a person who owns a vehicle located in Texas to transfer their ownership through the use of an agent. The agent chosen must sell the vehicle in the best interests of the principal and should forward all sale proceeds to the principal. When completing the form, an accurate reading of the odometer…