California Limited (Special) Power of Attorney Form

A California Limited (Special) Power of Attorney allows an action to be executed by an attorney-in-fact. The limited (or special) POA allows the appointing individual to assign a precise task. The filing party must state their agent, supply the form with a description of the powers granted, and then sign the POA.

Last updated September 17th, 2024

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Statute – California Probate Code: Division 4.5. Powers of Attorney (§ 4000 – 4545)

Definition – “Power of Attorney” means a written instrument, however denominated, that is executed by a natural person having the capacity to contract and that grants authority to an attorney-in-fact. A power of attorney may be durable or nondurable (§ 4022).

Signing Requirements – Endorsements must transpire while being witnessed by two (2) individuals (that meet the criteria stated within § 4122) or a notary public (§ 4121).

Revocation – § 4151