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.
You can limit the power your agent has over your affairs however you wish by including specific instructions in the document.
Laws & Requirements
Statute: Wyoming Uniform Power of Attorney Act.
Signing Requirements § 3-9-105: Notary public.
By Type
General/Financial Power of Attorney
Appoint an agent to manage your assets or finances.
Signing Requirements: Notary public (§ 3-9-105).
Medical Power of Attorney
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).
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 (§ 3-9-105).
Real Estate Power of Attorney
Delegate an agent to handle your real estate transactions.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Minor (Child) Power of Attorney
Grant temporary parental rights to a trusted agent.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Vehicle Power of Attorney
Grant someone authority to handle affairs relating to your vehicle.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Wyoming Tax Power of Attorney | Form 2848
Assign tax-related powers to a trusted agent.
Signing Requirements: Taxpayer and agent.
