Washington Power of Attorney (POA) Forms
Power of Attorney forms in Washington enable an individual to designate an agent to act on their behalf. The individual granting the authority, known as the "principal," must determine which forms to fill out based on the specific powers they wish to assign, typically focusing on financial and healthcare decisions.
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Advance Directive
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Allows a person to select a health care agent (medical power of attorney) and set out their end-of-life treatment options (living will).
Signing Requirements: Two witnesses or a notary public.
Durable POA
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This type is generally used for long term estate planning as it remains in effect even if you become incapacitated. It allows you to grant general financial powers to another.
Signing Requirements: Two witnesses or a notary acknowledgment.
Durable POA
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Also known as an 'Advance Directive', this type of POA is for appointing a loved one to make health care decisions on your behalf if you are unable to communicate your wishes to your health care providers.
Signing Requirements: Two witnesses or a notary acknowledgment.
General POA
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This type also allows you to grant another person general financial powers, but it terminates if your doctor has indicated that you no longer have the capacity to make reasonable decisions.
Signing Requirements: Two witnesses or a notary acknowledgment.
Limited POA
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This type is for limited circumstances and can be tailored to suit your needs.
Signing Requirements: Two witnesses or a notary acknowledgment.
Minor POA
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Allows another individual to take care of their child and make educational and/or medical decisions.
Signing Requirements: It is suggested that the document is signed by the caregiver, a notary acknowledgment, and two witnesses.
Real Estate POA
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Also referred to as a "Special" power of attorney document for the handling of another's real estate holdings in accordance with § 11.94.050.
Signing Requirements: Two witnesses or a notary acknowledgment.
Revocation of POA
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This form is for revoking any type of POA that you may have entered into previously.
Signing Requirements: No legal signing requirement; however, it is recommended that the document is notarized.
Motor Vehicle POA
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This form is for handling matters involving motor vehicle transfers or registration and titling in the State of Washington.
Signing Requirements: Principal’s signature must be acknowledged before a notary public.
Springing POA
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Allows a durable power of attorney to 'kick-in' upon a principal's subsequent incapacity.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
The Significance of POA
