An Arizona non-durable (general) power of attorney (GPOA) empowers an appointed individual, known as the “agent” or “attorney-in-fact,” to manage various financial matters on behalf of the principal. This non-durable form is effective immediately upon signing and remains valid until the principal revokes it, becomes incapacitated or dies.
Laws — Title 14 Chapter 5 Article 5 (Powers of Attorney).
Durable (Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 14-5501) – A power of attorney in Arizona is not considered durable by default. Specific wording is required within the document to demonstrate durability.
Signing Requirements (Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 14-5501) – The principal’s signature must be notarized in the presence of one witness who is not the agent, the agent’s spouse or children, or the notary public.
