A Pennslyvania power of attorney is a document that lets a Pennsylvania resident choose a person (or “agent”) to make decisions for them. The individual who assigns an agent (known as the “principal”) can revoke the agent’s power of attorney whenever they want.
Laws & Requirements
Statute: Chapter 56 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes.
Signing Requirements § 5601(b)(3): Two witnesses and a notary.
By Type
Medical Power of Attorney
Allows you to specify what kind of medical care you wish to receive should you become unable to make the decision yourself.
Signing Requirements: Two witnesses (§ 5452 ).
Durable Power of Attorney
Use to prevent your power of attorney becoming void if you lose the capacity to make your own decisions.
Signing Requirements: Two witnesses and a notary (§ 5601(b)(3)).
