In New York, a power of attorney (POA) must be signed by the principal (the person granting authority) and acknowledged before a notary public. However, agents (the individuals receiving authority) do not need to sign or notarize the POA for it to be valid. Successor agents, designated to act if the primary agent is unavailable, also do not need to sign the document. It is essential for the principal to ensure the POA document is properly executed to be effective.
No. Absolutely no.
A successor power of attorney can act in place of the original power of attorney holder when the original holder is unable to fulfill their duties due to incapacity or death.
The authority to notarize is granted by the state. If the documents are signed in West Virginia, the notary can notarize them.
A Commissioner of Deeds is a Notary. So, the answer is Yes.
Notarize letter of guardianship and power of attorney
No. A Power of Attorney expires immediately upon the death of the principal or the attorney-in-fact unless the Power of Attorney document provides for a named successor.
Someone who has no legal capacity, e.g. a person who is mentally incapable, a minor, etc.
It is important that the notary is not related in any way to the client.
That would not be considered proper. You are essentially saying that you are verifying that you are getting something. It could be contested in court.
no.
A New York notary can notarize anything executed in New York. They cannot do so in another state.
Not enough information is given with which to answer the question. WHAT kind of "agent" is being referred to? However this general statement can be made; an individiual acting under a "power of attorney" CANNOT notarize any documents bearing their own signature. In other words, they cannot sign something acting in their capacity as a POA and then, if they also happen to be a Notary Public, they cannot notarize that same document.