Mississippi General (Financial) Power of Attorney
A general (financial) power of attorney form in Mississippi enables a person to designate an agent to manage their financial affairs on their behalf. It's important to note that this authority ceases automatically if the principal becomes incapacitated or passes away.
Signing Requirements
No laws, although a notary public is recommended.
Laws
Durable - A power of attorney is durable if it contains the words "This power of attorney shall not be affected by subsequent disability or incapacity of the principal, or lapse of time," or "This power of attorney shall become effective upon the disability or incapacity of the principal," or similar words showing the intent of the principal that it is valid regardless of the principal's subsequent disability or incapacity.<a class="source-url" href="#source-url1">[1]</a>
Sources
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The Significance of POA
