Arizona Power of Attorney
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Arizona Legal Requirements
Key AZ statutes and obligations that apply to your power of attorney.
Requirements
- Governed by ARS Title 14, Chapter 5, Article 5 (Uniform Power of Attorney Act adopted 2017)
- Principal must be 18+ and of sound mind at time of signing
- Must be signed by the principal (or by another at principal's direction)
- Must be notarized — notarization is required for validity
- Two witness signatures are required in addition to notarization
- Durable POA language must expressly state it survives incapacity
Restrictions & Limits
- Healthcare decisions require a separate Arizona Health Care Directive or Health Care POA
- An agent cannot make or change a principal's will, revoke a trust the principal cannot revoke, or make gifts to themselves unless expressly authorized
- POA is void if principal was under undue influence or lacked mental capacity when signed
Official Statute References
Primary Arizona statutes governing this document type.
Arizona Power of Attorney FAQ
Common questions about power of attorneys under Arizona law.
Does Arizona require witnesses for a power of attorney?
Yes. Under Arizona's Uniform Power of Attorney Act (ARS § 14-5502), a power of attorney must be signed by the principal, notarized, and signed by two witnesses. The agent, the notary, and heirs of the principal cannot serve as witnesses.
What makes a power of attorney 'durable' in Arizona?
A durable POA in Arizona must contain language stating that the authority granted is not affected by the principal's subsequent incapacity — for example, 'This power of attorney shall not be affected by subsequent disability or incapacity of the principal.' Without durable language, the POA terminates if the principal becomes incapacitated.
Can I use an Arizona POA to make healthcare decisions?
A standard POA does not cover healthcare decisions in Arizona. You need a separate Health Care Power of Attorney (ARS § 36-3221) or Arizona Health Care Directive to authorize an agent to make medical decisions on your behalf.
When does an Arizona power of attorney expire?
A POA expires when the principal dies, revokes it in writing, or — for non-durable POAs — when the principal becomes incapacitated. A durable POA survives incapacity. Courts or a guardian/conservator may also terminate an agent's authority.
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