A power of attorney (POA) is a useful legal document for those who wish to allow somebody else to represent them on issues including business or medical affairs.
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Durable (General) Power of Attorney – Alabama
A durable power of attorney differs from a non-durable one by remaining in force even when the principal can no longer act for themselves.
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Because this form accords broad authority to an agent to manage the principal’s affairs, it is also referred to as a general power of attorney.
In Alabama, powers of attorney are presumed to be durable by default. If you wish for the powers transferred expire should you become incapacitated, your POA document must state so explicitly. Use our Alabama power of attorney form builder to get a highly customized POA in minutes.
Medical Power of Attorney – Alabama
A medical power of attorney or advance directive gives legal authority to caregivers to administer specific kinds of medical care should you lose the ability to make decisions yourself.
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Alabama DMV Power of Attorney
The authority granted to an agent in a DMV or motor vehicle power of attorney extends only to matters associated with the principal’s motor vehicles. Below is the Alabama Department of Revenue Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney:
Alabama Department of Revenue Power of AttorneyAL DMV POA Download Options:
How to Get Power of Attorney in Alabama
Chapter 26 Title 1A of the Code of Alabama governs durable powers of attorney and powers of attorney for health care decisions within the state. All forms on this page adhere to this chapter of the Code of Alabama.
To obtain a power of attorney, use one of the forms below:
Requirements
For a power of attorney to be valid, it must follow the Alabama Uniform Power of Attorney Act referenced above, and include these requirements:
- The Alabama POA document must list the:
- full contact information and signature of the principal
- name of the agent(s)
- date the agreement is made
- powers granted
- when the powers begin and end
- The power of attorney form must be signed in the presence of a notary public
Revoking Power of Attorney in Alabama
The legal document you would use to overturn an existing power of attorney is called a revocation of power of attorney.
