Massachusetts Vehicle Power of Attorney Form

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A Massachusetts motor vehicle power of attorney is a form that instructs a representative (the attorney-in-fact) on how to carry out vehicle-related tasks for the owner, lessee, or business. The owner must discuss the document with the attorney-in-fact, who must give verbal consent to take on the role.

Signing requirements: No signing requirements. Notarization is recommended.

What is a Massachusetts Motor Vehicle POA?

A Massachusetts motor vehicle power of attorney lets the attorney-in-fact act for the principal when selling or purchasing a car, or taking care of legal matters. The appointed party can bring the form to a location, such as the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), and carry out duties for the owner without their presence.

If the assigned person no longer wants to act as the attorney-in-fact, they must inform the owner immediately. At that time, the owner must revoke the original form or create a new document to appoint a new attorney-in-fact. Changes to the original document or copies are not allowed, which means that the attorney-in-fact cannot use an edited version to prove their authority.

The form gives the attorney-in-fact permission to register and/or title a vehicle, request a duplicate title, or transfer the title. Additionally, the owner can ask the attorney-in-fact to obtain the recording of the lien or information about the vehicle. To clarify what the owner wants or needs, they must specify what they wish for the attorney-in-fact to do, and when they want it completed.

How to Write

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Step 1 – Owner and Attorney-in-Fact Information

Begin the form by writing the current date. Then, write the car owner’s entire name and the attorney-in-fact’s name and address.

Step 2 – Details of Vehicle

Provide the identifiable details for the car:

  • Make (e.g., Volkswagen);
  • Model (e.g., Golf);
  • Body type (e.g., Hatchback);
  • Year (e.g., 2016); and
  • VIN (Vehicle Identification Number).

Step 3 – Authorized Acts

Because this is a limited power of attorney, the owner must indicate which act(s) he/she authorizes the attorney-in-fact to perform. Click or manually check the box next to each task the attorney-in-fact is allowed to do. If there is a transaction that is not included on this list, check ‘Other’ and specify it on the line provided.

Step 4 – Owner Information

The grantor (owner) checks either Individual or Business and provides his/her name, signature, address, phone number, and email address. It is recommended that this form be notarized.

Step 5 – Notary Information and Signature

This part of the form can only be completed by an official Notary Public. He or she must confirm the identity of the vehicle owner by reviewing a qualifying document. Once the Notary Public verifies the owner, they must enter their personal information and signature.