Connecticut Power of Attorney PDF
Connecticut at a glance: Governing Law: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 1-350 et seq. (UPOAA) · Notarization: Required · Witnesses: Not statutorily required
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Powers of Attorney in Connecticut
Connecticut has adopted the Connecticut Uniform Power of Attorney Act. A financial POA must be notarized to be valid and is durable by default.
A separate health care instructions document is required for medical decisions in Connecticut.
Connecticut Power of Attorney — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Connecticut Rule |
|---|---|
| Governing Law | Conn. Gen. Stat. § 1-350 et seq. (UPOAA) |
| Notarization | Required |
| Witnesses | Not statutorily required |
| Default Durability | Durable by default |
| Medical Decisions | Separate health care instructions required |
Connecticut Legal Requirements
- Must be signed by the principal and acknowledged before a notary public.
- Durable by default under Connecticut's Uniform Power of Attorney Act.
- Agent has fiduciary duties to act in the principal's best interest.
- A separate health care instructions document is needed for medical decisions.
Connecticut Governing Laws
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Connecticut legal resources or your state legislature's official website.