A Wyoming Power of Attorney is a legal document that lets you (the “principal”) appoint another individual (the “agent” or “attorney-in-fact”) to manage your financial, medical, or other legal matters. By including specific instructions in the document, you can limit the power your agent has over your affairs in any way you wish.
By Type
Durable (Financial)
Use if you wish for the agent to retain their powers even when you (the principal) become incapacitated.
Signing Requirements: Notary public (§ 3-9-105).
Medical
Use this document to let someone make healthcare decisions for you in the event that you become incapacitated.
Signing Requirements: Notary public and at least two witnesses who meet specific requirements (§ 35-22-403).
Limited (Special)
Allows you to give powers to an agent to complete a certain task, and usually ends when the task has been completed.
Signing Requirements: Notary public (§ 3-9-105).
Non-Durable (General)
Appoint an agent to manage your assets or finances.
Signing Requirements: Notary public (§ 3-9-105).
Springing
“Springs” into effect in a certain situation, and ends at a time you specify.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Vehicle
Grant someone authority to handle affairs relating to your vehicle.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Real Estate
Delegate an agent to handle your real estate transactions.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Tax (Form 2848)
Assign tax-related powers to a trusted agent.
Signing Requirements: Taxpayer and agent.
Minor (Child)
Grant temporary parental rights to a trusted agent.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Revocation
Withdraw any previously granted authorization to an agent.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
