Washington Power of Attorney
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Washington Legal Requirements
Key WA statutes and obligations that apply to your power of attorney.
Requirements
- Washington Power of Attorney Act (RCW 11.125): comprehensive 2017 revision
- Must be signed before a notary public (or two witnesses if notary unavailable)
- Statutory form available under RCW 11.125.420
- Agent must sign an acceptance (RCW 11.125.300) before exercising authority
- Third parties must accept Washington statutory form POA within 7 business days
Restrictions & Limits
- Witnesses cannot be: the notary, the agent, or anyone who inherits from the principal
- Healthcare decisions require a separate Washington Healthcare Directive
- Real estate transactions: POA must be recorded with county auditor
Official Statute References
Primary Washington statutes governing this document type.
Washington Power of Attorney FAQ
Common questions about power of attorneys under Washington law.
What are the execution requirements for a Washington power of attorney?
Washington's 2017 Power of Attorney Act requires the principal to sign before a notary public. If a notary is unavailable, two adult witnesses may sign in place of the notary, but witnesses cannot be the agent or anyone who would inherit from the principal. The agent must also sign an acceptance before exercising any authority.
Can a Washington bank refuse to honor a power of attorney?
Under RCW 11.125.330, financial institutions must accept a valid Washington POA within 7 business days of a written request. They can only refuse if the POA is invalid on its face, they have actual knowledge that it has been revoked, or there is reason to believe the agent is acting fraudulently.
Does Washington have a statutory healthcare power of attorney?
Washington uses a combined Healthcare Directive (living will + healthcare proxy) under RCW 70.122. A separate Healthcare Power of Attorney can also be created. The financial Durable POA under RCW 11.125 does not authorize healthcare decisions — create both documents for complete planning.
How do I revoke a Washington power of attorney?
Execute a written revocation of the POA and promptly notify the agent and all third parties who may have relied on it. If the POA was recorded with the county auditor for real estate purposes, record the revocation in the same county. The revocation is effective upon delivery to the agent.
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