What Is a Connecticut Minor (Child) Power of Attorney?
A Connecticut minor (child) power of attorney helps you assign a trusted adult to be a child’s temporary decision-maker. This form names the parents, the child, and the agent, providing essential identifying details. It also describes the scope of powers you’re granting and the start and end dates. The agent may only act in a manner described in this form, protecting your child’s well-being.
Depending on what you want the agent to be able to do for the child, you can grant various powers. Examples include the power to decide on their general welfare, school registration, and medical decisions.
A minor power of attorney in Connecticut only temporarily assigns authority over a child. It does not revoke parental rights, so parents can still retain final custodial and decision-making authority for their child while this document is active. It is helpful, though, if the parent becomes unavailable to act due to overseas travel, military service, or an illness.
Connecticut Minor POA vs. Temporary Guardianship
A Connecticut minor POA is governed by the Connecticut Uniform Power of Attorney Act. It lets a non-parent perform specific actions on behalf of a child for a set period.
On the other hand, temporary guardianship in Connecticut is governed by CT Gen Stat § 45a-622. It’s court-appointed and usually driven by a triggering event, such as illness or temporary absence. You can apply with a Petition/Appointment of Temporary Guardian (Form PC-504). A guardianship may be granted by the court for up to 1 year.
Legal Requirements for a Minor Power of Attorney in Connecticut
The parent must sign a Connecticut minor (child) power of attorney before a notary public. In addition to a notary acknowledgment, two witnesses must observe their signature (CT Gen Stat § 1-350d).
In general, Connecticut minor powers of attorney may last up to one year. If you want the agent’s authority to last longer, you must write and execute a new POA document.
As a parent, you can revoke a CT minor power of attorney at any time. Use Legal Templates’s power of attorney revocation form to get the decision in writing.
Sample Connecticut Minor (Child) Power of Attorney
View our sample Connecticut minor power of attorney form to see how to customize it to your unique situation. When you’re ready, fill it out using our guided form. Download a final copy in PDF or Word format.
