An Idaho power of attorney enables an individual (the “principal”) to choose a trustworthy person (the “agent”) to act legally on the principal’s behalf. You can use this document to make sure your finances or health care preferences are handled in your best interest if you cannot make decisions yourself.
Laws
Statute: Uniform Power of Attorney Act (Idaho Statutes, Title 15, Chapter 12) and Advance Care Planning Document (§ 39-4510).
By Type
Durable (Financial)
Allows the representative to continue making financial decisions on behalf of the principal should they become incapacitated.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Limited (Special)
Grants limited powers to an agent for a specific task, and typically ends when the task has been completed.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Non-Durable (General)
Gives an agent broad powers to handle your affairs and it’s often used for day-to-day financial matters.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Springing
“Springs” into effect in a certain situation, and ends at a time you specify (e.g. if you become incapacitated).
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Motor Vehicle (Form ITD 3368)
Allows an agent to manage the principal's affairs in relation to motor vehicles.
Signing Requirements: Notary Public (if applying for duplicate title).
Real Estate
Allows a property owner to appoint an agent to manage their real estate transactions.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Tax (Form ID-POA)
Allows a representative to file a principal’s taxes with the State Tax Commission. Defines the specific tax matters that the representative is approved to represent.
Signing Requirements: Taxpayer only.
Minor (Child)
Enables parents to assign decision-making authority for their minor child to an attorney-in-fact.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
