A Missouri power of attorney is a legal document that authorizes an individual to make financial, business, or medical decisions on behalf of another person. The person who grants this authority is known as the “principal.” The person who is appointed to make decisions is referred to as the “agent.” It is important to note that a power of attorney form must comply with Missouri state laws.
By Type
Durable (Financial)
Authorize an agent to manage your affairs even if you lose the capacity to manage them yourself.
Signing Requirements: Notary public (§ 404.705(3)).
Medical
Specify the kind of medical care you wish to receive should you lose the capacity to make decisions at a later date.
Signing Requirements: Two witnesses (§ 50-9-103).
Limited (Special)
Give limited powers to an agent for certain tasks, and typically ends when the agent has completed those tasks.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Non-Durable (General)
Gives an agent broad powers to handle your affairs.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Springing
“Springs” into effect in a certain situation, and ends at a time you specify.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Vehicle (Form 4054)
Allowed a trusted third party to execute vehicle-related transactions.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Minor (Child)
Give a third party (agent or guardian) the authority to assume parental responsibility for a minor child for a limited time.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Tax (Form 2827)
Grant power to a tax professional or qualified agent to handle tax matters on behalf of a taxpayer before the Missouri Department of Revenue.
Signing Requirements: Taxpayer and representative(s).
Real Estate
Appoint an agent to manage real property transactions like selling, purchasing, and leasing.
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: Notary public or two witnesses (recommended).
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