Iowa Power of Attorney PDF
Iowa at a glance: Governing Law: Iowa Code § 633B.1 et seq. (UPOAA) · Notarization: Required · Witnesses: Not statutorily required
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Powers of Attorney in Iowa
Iowa has adopted the Uniform Power of Attorney Act, codified in the Iowa Code. A financial POA must be notarized to be valid and is durable by default.
A separate health care power of attorney is required for medical decisions in Iowa.
Iowa Power of Attorney — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Iowa Rule |
|---|---|
| Governing Law | Iowa Code § 633B.1 et seq. (UPOAA) |
| Notarization | Required |
| Witnesses | Not statutorily required |
| Default Durability | Durable by default |
| Medical Decisions | Separate health care power of attorney required |
Iowa Legal Requirements
- Must be signed by the principal and acknowledged before a notary public.
- Durable by default under Iowa's Uniform Power of Attorney Act.
- Agent has fiduciary duties to act in the principal's best interest.
- A separate health care power of attorney is needed for medical decisions.
Iowa Governing Laws
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Iowa legal resources or your state legislature's official website.