Durable Power Of Attorney In Kentucky
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A marriage or legal separation is filed, unless the power of attorney document provides otherwise. Just as under the present law, a power of attorney is not required by the new law to be recorded, unless it is being use to convey, release or transfer any interest in real estate.
How to Get Power of Attorney in KentuckyThe Kentucky POA document must list the: full contact information and signature of the principal. name and contact information of the agent(s) date the agreement is made. powers granted.A notary public must be present and acknowledge the principal's signature.
In order to make a power of attorney, you must be capable of making decisions for yourself. This is called having mental capacity see under heading, When does someone lack mental capacity? You can only make a power of attorney which allows someone else to do things that you have a right to do yourself.
One must mention the following details on the Power of Attorney format PDF:The name of the principal.The name of the agent.Signature.Details and legal authorities provided to the agent.Other details depending on the Power of Attorney format for authorized signatories.
Under KRS 457.050, the principal must now sign in the presence of a notary public to create a valid POA. Under the prior law, a power of attorney could be executed with the principal's signature in the presence of two disinterested witnesses.
