A Rhode Island Power of Attorney is a legal document allowing you, the principal, to appoint an agent or attorney to manage your financial, medical, or legal affairs. This document can be a valuable tool for ensuring that your affairs are appropriately handled if you cannot do so yourself.
Choosing someone you trust to act as your agent and ensure the document is properly executed and notarized is essential.
Laws & Requirements
Statute: Rhode Island Short Form Power of Attorney Act
Signing Requirements § 18-16-2: Notary public.
By Type
Medical Power of Attorney
Use if you wish to allow an agent or proxy to manage your healthcare-related matters.
Signing Requirements: Two witnesses and a notary public. (§ 23-4.10-2).
Durable Power of Attorney
Use if you wish for the agent to retain their powers even when you (the principal) become incapacitated.
Signing Requirements: Notary public (§ 18-16-2).
