A North Dakota Power of Attorney is a legal document that gives someone you designate as your “agent” or “attorney-in-fact” the authority to manage your finances, medical decisions, or other legal matters. The laws governing power of attorney vary from state to state, so it’s necessary to obtain a form specific to North Dakota.
Laws & Requirements
Statute: North Dakota Uniform Durable Power of Attorney Act.
Signing Requirements: None.
By Type
General/Financial Power of Attorney
Authorize a third party to take care of your financial and general affairs.
Signing Requirements: None.
Medical Power of Attorney
Appoint an agent to manage your medical and health care affairs on your behalf.
Signing Requirements: Two witnesses or a notary public. (§ 23-06.5-05).
Durable Power of Attorney
Use if you want your agent to continue to act on your behalf if you become incapacitated and can't legally make decisions for yourself.
Signing Requirements: None.
Vehicle Power of Attorney
Authorize someone to handle DMV transactions for your motor vehicle with this document.
Signing Requirements: Principal only.
North Dakota Tax Power of Attorney | Form 500
Use a North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner Power of Attorney to appoint a state tax agent.
Minor (Child) Power of Attorney
Entrusts temporary guardianship for a child's support and schooling.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Real Estate Power of Attorney
Provides an agent the ability to oversee the principal's real estate activities.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
