It is a breach of civil trust - HOWEVER - it depends as to what purpose the mis-use may have been put as to wehether it ultimately becomes a matter for the civil or criminal courts.
Granting someone power of attorney comes with risks such as potential abuse of authority, financial exploitation, and misuse of assets. It is important to carefully consider the trustworthiness and reliability of the person being granted power of attorney to minimize these risks.
Many companies will not recognize a power of attorney, and will consult you before allowing them to make rash decisions, although, if you feel this individual may backstab you, you should certainly not give them the ability.
The only reason to make a counterfeit Power of Attorney would be to steal another person's property. It would be a criminal offense. You should report the person to the police and to the local district attorney's office and take with you any evidence you can obtain such as bank withdrawals. They may be arrested, prosecuted and punishment would be up to the court.
To obtain a power of attorney in Arizona, you must first choose someone you trust to act as your agent. Then, you need to fill out a power of attorney form, which can be found online or at a legal document preparation service. Both you and your chosen agent must sign the form in front of a notary public. Finally, make copies of the signed form and keep the original in a safe place.
No. A POA gives you the authority to act for them on their behalf and at their direction. It creates no liability on your part unless you misuse it.
No, a power of attorney cannot delegate their authority to another power of attorney.
A Power of Attorney is not granted for your benefit. You have been granted the power to sign for your father in his legal matters and at his direction. You cannot use that power to benefit yourself unless it is at the express request of your father. If you use your power to create a debt in your father's name without his permission and intended to benefit you, you can be prosecuted. The law does not look kindly on people who misuse their fiduciary powers and positions of trust.
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Anyone can act as a power of attorney for someone else. You do not have to be an attorney
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The power of attorney represents a living person in business dealings. The power of attorney ends with the death of the grantor.
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