Kentucky Power of Attorney PDF
Kentucky at a glance: Governing Law: Ky. Rev. Stat. § 457.005 et seq. (UPOAA, 2018) · Notarization: Required · Witnesses: Not statutorily required
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Powers of Attorney in Kentucky
Kentucky adopted the Uniform Power of Attorney Act in 2018, codified in the Kentucky Revised Statutes. A financial POA must be notarized to be valid and is durable by default.
A separate health care surrogate designation is required for medical decisions in Kentucky.
Kentucky Power of Attorney — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Kentucky Rule |
|---|---|
| Governing Law | Ky. Rev. Stat. § 457.005 et seq. (UPOAA, 2018) |
| Notarization | Required |
| Witnesses | Not statutorily required |
| Default Durability | Durable by default |
| Medical Decisions | Separate health care surrogate designation required |
Kentucky Legal Requirements
- Must be signed by the principal and acknowledged before a notary public.
- Durable by default under Kentucky's Uniform Power of Attorney Act.
- Agent has fiduciary duties to act in the principal's best interest.
- A separate health care surrogate designation is needed for medical decisions.
Kentucky Governing Laws
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Kentucky legal resources or your state legislature's official website.