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Nevada Power of Attorney Forms

Updated August 30, 2023
Reviewed by Susan Chai, Esq.

A Nevada Power of Attorney is a legal tool that allows someone to make decisions on behalf of another person. This form is used when someone is unable to make important financial decisions such as paying bills, or if they are concerned about their health and may become medically incapable of making their own decisions.

Statute: NRS 162A.200 to 162A.660.

Signing Requirements § 162A.220(1): Notary public.

By Type

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General/Financial Power of Attorney

Give a trusted third party broad powers to manage your affairs, and ceases if you become incapacitated.

Signing Requirements: Notary public.

Nevada Medical Power of Attorney

Medical Power of Attorney

Make your medical wishes enforceable in the event of your incapacitation.

Signing Requirements: Two witnesses or a notary public. (§ 162A.790).

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Durable Power of Attorney

Continue to manage the principal's affairs even if the principal becomes incapacitated.

Signing Requirements: Notary public (§ 162A.220(1)).

Nevada Limited (Special) Power of Attorney

Limited (Special) Power of Attorney

Convey authority to an agent for a specific event or limited time period.

Signing Requirements: Notary public (§ 162A.220(1)).

Nevada Springing Power of Attorney

Springing Power of Attorney

“Springs” into effect in certain circumstances (such as the incapacitation of the principal).

Signing Requirements: Notary public.

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DMV Power of Attorney

Nominate a third party to manage your vehicle-related affairs is a DMV power of attorney.

Signing Requirements: Notary public.