A Pennsylvania non-durable (general) power of attorney is a legal document that allows an individual to appoint an agent, also known as the “attorney-in-fact,” to manage their finances, assets, property, and business interests, such as buying and selling assets, opening accounts, and creating trusts.
Unlike the Pennsylvania Durable Power of Attorney, this general power of attorney is “non-durable,” meaning it becomes ineffective if the principal is mentally incapacitated; it does not remain effective during the principal’s incapacity and terminates upon such an event.
Laws — Title 20, Chapter 56 (Powers of Attorney).
Durable (§ 5601.1) – Yes, a power of attorney should include a provision stating that it will be revoked if the principal becomes incapacitated.
Signing Requirements (§ 5601(b))– To validate a power of attorney, the presence of two subscribing witnesses and a notary public is required during the signing.
