Laws

Statute – New Jersey Revised Statutes – Revised Durable Power of Attorney Act (§ 46-2B-8.1 – 46-2B-19)

Definitions – A power of attorney is revoked when the principal has caused all executed originals of the power of attorney to be physically destroyed; or when the principal has signed and caused to be acknowledged in the manner set forth in R.S. § 46-14-2.1 a written instrument of revocation; or when the principal has delivered to the attorney-in-fact a written revocation. Unless expressly so provided, the subsequent execution of another power of attorney does not revoke a power of attorney (§ 46-2B-8.10).

Signing Requirements – Acknowledgment must take place with the aid of a notary public and one (1) suitable witness (§ 46-2B-8.9 and § 46-14-2.1).