An Arkansas power of attorney allows another individual (the agent) to make decisions on your behalf (the principal). You can use the document to grant this authority and have someone manage your finances when you’re unavailable to sign paperwork or plan for a time when you need someone to make medical decisions for you.
Laws & Requirements
Statute: Title 28, Chapter 68 of the Code of Arkansas (the Uniform Power of Attorney Act).
Signing Requirements: A notary public must be present and acknowledge the principal’s signature Ark. Code § 28-68-105.
Arkansas Power of Attorney – By Type
General (Financial) Power of Attorney
Allows your chosen agent to make and execute financial decisions on your behalf.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Medical Power of Attorney
Authorizes caregivers to fulfil your medical wishes in the event that you become unable to make those decisions.
Signing Requirements: Either a notary public or two witnesses (AR Code § 20-6-103).
Durable (Statutory) Power of Attorney
Gives an agent the legal authority to continue to make decisions on your behalf if you become incapacitated.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Minor (Child) Power of Attorney
Authorizes a third party (agent) to take parental responsibility for a minor temporarily.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Vehicle Power of Attorney
Allows a representative to manage your affairs in relation to motor vehicles.
Signing Requirements: Principal Only.
Tax Power of Attorney
Allows the taxpayer to designate an agent to represent them in tax-related matters.
Signing Requirements: Taxpayer.
Real Estate Power of Attorney
Empowers the principal to select a trusted person as their “agent” to manage their real estate transactions.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.