A Minnesota power of attorney is a legal document authorizing a person (the “agent”) to handle certain affairs on behalf of another person (the “principal”). The agent has the power to make decisions regarding the principal’s health care, finances, or other personal matters.
Laws
Statute: Chapter 523 of the Minnesota Statutes.
By Type
Durable (Financial)
Remains valid even if a principal becomes incompetent or incapacitated.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Advance Directive
Outlines health care instructions and assigns an agent to make health care decisions for you.
Signing Requirements: Two witnesses or a notary public (§ 145C.03).
Non-Durable (General)
Gives an agent broad powers to handle your day-to-day financial matters.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Limited (Special)
Transfers a narrow set of powers to the agent, typically for a specific period of time.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Springing
The form "springs" into effect in a certain situation, and ends at a time you specify.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Tax (Form REV184i)
Allows taxpayers to appoint a representative to act on their behalf before the Minnesota Department of Revenue.
Signing Requirements: Taxpayer.
Motor Vehicle
Allows vehicle owners to grant authorization to others to handle matters related to their vehicle with the Driver and Vehicle Services Division.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Real Estate
Appoint a trusted agent to manage real estate transactions like buying, selling, and leasing.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Minor (Child)
Authorize a temporary guardian for your child to make decisions on education and health when you're unavailable, valid for up to one year.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Revocation
Use to revoke a previous power of attorney agreement, allowing the principal to end the agent’s authority.
Signing Requirements: A notary public’s acknowledgment is required for signatures made on behalf of the principal or by mark.
