A Maine non-durable (general) power of attorney is a legal document allowing a principal to choose someone to have authority over their financial affairs, including their bills and taxes. The principal can establish restrictions and limitations according to their desires.
Because of the non-durable nature of this form, it becomes invalid when a person becomes incapacitated. You can create and sign a durable power of attorney if you want the form to remain valid in the event of your incapacitation.
Laws — MRS Title 18-C, Article 5 (Maine Uniform Power of Attorney Act).
Durable (MRS § 5-904) – State law defines a power of attorney as durable unless the agreement states otherwise.
Signing Requirements (MRS § 5-905) – The principal must sign this document in the presence of a notary public to validate it.
