An Oklahoma Power of Attorney is a legal document that grants authority to someone to act on your behalf under certain circumstances. These circumstances could include making medical decisions in emergency situations or handling financial matters when you are unable to do so yourself. The person who assigns the power of attorney is called the “principal,” while the person authorized to act on their behalf is known as the “agent.”
Laws & Requirements
Statute: Oklahoma Uniform Durable Power of Attorney Act.
Signing Requirements 58 Okl. St. Ann. § 3005: Notary public.
By Type
General/Financial Power of Attorney
Provide an agent with the broad authority to act on the principal’s behalf.
Signing Requirements: Notary public (58 Okl. St. Ann. § 3005).
Medical Power of Attorney
Legally authorized to follow your specified care path, should you become incapacitated.
Signing Requirements: Two witnesses. (§ 63-3101.4(A)).
Durable Power of Attorney
Remains in place even if you become incapacitated (i.e., legally unable to make decisions for yourself).
Signing Requirements: Notary public (58 Okl. St. Ann. § 3005).
Vehicle Power of Attorney
Assign authorization to handle DMV tasks on your behalf with a vehicle power of attorney.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Oklahoma Tax Power of Attorney | Form BT-129
Use so your agent or proxy can act on your behalf in relation to tax matters.
Signing Requirements: Principal and representative.
Minor (Child) Power of Attorney
Provides short-term delegation for a child's overall welfare.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Real Estate Power of Attorney
Delegates authority to an agent to handle the principal's real estate affairs.
Signing Requirements: Notary public and two witnesses.