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Kansas Power of Attorney
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Kansas at a glance: Governing Law: Kan. Stat. § 58-650 et seq. (UPOAA) · Notarization: Required · Witnesses: Not statutorily required
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Overview
Powers of Attorney in Kansas
Kansas has adopted the Uniform Power of Attorney Act, codified in the Kansas Statutes. 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 Kansas.
Key Facts
Kansas Power of Attorney — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Kansas Rule |
|---|---|
| Governing Law | Kan. Stat. § 58-650 et seq. (UPOAA) |
| Notarization | Required |
| Witnesses | Not statutorily required |
| Default Durability | Durable by default |
| Medical Decisions | Separate health care power of attorney required |
Legal Requirements
Kansas Legal Requirements
- Must be signed by the principal and acknowledged before a notary public.
- Durable by default under Kansas'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.
Governing Laws
Kansas Governing Laws
Kan. Stat. § 58-650 et seq.
Uniform Power of Attorney Act
Governs the creation, effect, and termination of powers of attorney in Kansas.
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Kansas legal resources or your state legislature's official website.
Questions & Answers
Kansas Power of Attorney — Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Kansas POA need to be notarized?
Yes. Kansas requires a financial POA to be acknowledged before a notary public.
Is a Kansas POA durable by default?
Yes, under Kansas's Uniform Power of Attorney Act.
Does a Kansas POA cover healthcare decisions?
No. A separate health care power of attorney is required for medical decisions.