Advance Health Care Directive
A dual-purpose form that serves both to appoint a health care representative and to record the principal’s treatment preferences regarding end-of-life care, organ donation, and other critical medical decisions.
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Durable Power of Attorney
Specifically crafted for delegating ongoing financial oversight to a trusted agent, covering real estate, bank accounts, and personal property. Like a medical POA, the arrangement does not terminate upon the principal’s incapacitation.
General (Financial) Power of Attorney
Closely mirrors the durable form in terms of financial scope but ceases to function if the principal loses the ability to communicate with those around them. Best used for temporary financial management where the principal expects to remain competent.
Limited (Special) Power of Attorney (PDF)
The most customizable form available, allowing the principal to delegate authority over very specific topics. Can be used for essentially any non-medical purpose, from signing a single contract to managing a property sale.
Minor Child Power of Attorney
Allows one or both parents to establish a temporary guardian over their child for up to 6 months. The parent or guardian retains the right to revoke the arrangement at any time during the guardianship period.
Motor Vehicle (DMV) Power of Attorney
Required by the DMV to permit another person to transfer a vehicle title or complete registration on behalf of the owner. The form must be submitted along with any applicable title or registration paperwork.
Signing Requirements
| Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Advance Directive | Must be signed by the principal in the presence of 1 disinterested adult witness [2] |
| Durable | Signed by the principal and acknowledged before a notary public [1] |
| General (Financial) | The principal must sign with notarial acknowledgment [1] |
| Limited | Requires the principal’s signature and notarization [1] |
| Minor Child | Not specified by statute; notarization is recommended |
| Motor Vehicle | The vehicle owner must sign the form with notarization [1] |





