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A Power of Attorney is extinguished when the principal dies. After a person's death a new type of fiduciary must be appointed by the court: an executor if the decedent left a will or an administrator if they died intestate.

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Can a power of attorney delegate their authority to another power of attorney?

No, a power of attorney cannot delegate their authority to another power of attorney.


What is the pay of medical power of attorney?

There is no payment normally associated with being a power of attorney. It is normally a relative looking after a loved one.


Who handles the power of attorney forms?

Power of attorney is giving out the power or responsibility to another person. The power of attorney forms are handled by the Income Revenue Services.


Can someone not related to principal get power of attorney even if a relative of principal is still alive?

Anyone can be given a power of attorney. Relationship does not matter, it is the decision of the principal.


What is a person sent with the power to act for another?

power of attorney, executor, or executrix


Can someone with powers of attorney sign another power of attorney on behalf of the person the original power of attorney is for after they have died?

No. A POA can only be executed by the principal and it ends upon the death of the principal.


How can the person who has power attorney get out of it?

You can resign in writing and the principal can appoint another attorney-in-fact.


How power of attorney works?

A power of attorney grants another person the authority to act in name, place and stead for the principal.


When does power of attorney end in Georgia?

A power of attorney terminates when: (1) the principal dies; (2) the principal becomes incapacitated, if the power of attorney is not durable; (3) the principal revokes the power of attorney; (4) the power of attorney provides that it terminates; (5) the purpose of the power of attorney is accomplished; or (6) the principal revokes the agent's authority or the agent dies, becomes incapacitated, or resigns, and the power of attorney does not provide for another agent to act under the power of attorney.


Can power of attorney be forcefully removed by another party?

Only the grantor can remove a power of attorney. In some cases that would be the court.


Can an elderly person regain control over his life if a relative is abusing power of attorney?

Yes, an elderly person can regain control over their life if a relative is abusing power of attorney by seeking legal help. They can revoke the power of attorney, report the abuse to authorities, and seek protection through legal means such as obtaining a protective order or guardianship. It's important to act swiftly and decisively to protect the elderly person's rights and well-being.


Can you vote for someone if you have power of attorney in place?

No, individuals with power of attorney cannot vote on behalf of someone else. Voting is a personal right that cannot be delegated to another person through a power of attorney.