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Nebraska Power of Attorney
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Nebraska at a glance: Governing Law: Neb. Rev. Stat. § 30-4001 et seq. (UPOAA) · Notarization: Required · Witnesses: Not statutorily required
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Overview
Powers of Attorney in Nebraska
Nebraska has adopted the Uniform Power of Attorney Act, codified in the Nebraska Revised 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 Nebraska.
Key Facts
Nebraska Power of Attorney — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Nebraska Rule |
|---|---|
| Governing Law | Neb. Rev. Stat. § 30-4001 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
Nebraska Legal Requirements
- Must be signed by the principal and acknowledged before a notary public.
- Durable by default under Nebraska'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
Nebraska Governing Laws
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 30-4001 et seq.
Uniform Power of Attorney Act
Governs the creation, effect, and termination of powers of attorney in Nebraska.
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Nebraska legal resources or your state legislature's official website.
Questions & Answers
Nebraska Power of Attorney — Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Nebraska POA need to be notarized?
Yes. Nebraska requires a financial POA to be acknowledged before a notary public.
Is a Nebraska POA durable by default?
Yes, under Nebraska's Uniform Power of Attorney Act.
Does a Nebraska POA cover healthcare decisions?
No. A separate health care power of attorney is required for medical decisions.