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.
Laws & Requirements
Statute: NRS 162A.200 to 162A.660.
Signing Requirements § 162A.220(1): Notary public.
By Type
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.
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).
Durable Power of Attorney
Continue to manage the principal's affairs even if the principal becomes incapacitated.
Signing Requirements: Notary public (§ 162A.220(1)).
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)).
Vehicle Power of Attorney (Form VP-136)
Nominate a third party to manage your vehicle-related affairs with a DMV power of attorney.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Nevada Tax Power of Attorney Form
Utilize a Power of Attorney Form 2848 to designate a representative for state tax matters with the Nevada Department of Taxation.
Minor (Child) Power of Attorney
Bestows short-term control over a minor's healthcare and schooling.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Real Estate Power of Attorney
Authorizes an agent to conduct the principal's property affairs.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
