This is Michigan’s official template an agent, or an attorney for the agent or principal, signs under penalty of perjury to certify that a power of attorney is still valid. Banks and title companies often ask for it. This is Michigan’s official template an agent, or an attorney for the agent or principal, signs under penalty of perjury to certify that a power of attorney is still valid. Banks and title companies often ask for it.
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This is Michigan’s official template an agent, or an attorney for the agent or principal, signs under penalty of perjury to certify that a power of attorney is still valid. Banks and title companies often ask for it.
What you'll need
Read the packet and check the receiving agency's required form.
Gather the names, dates and supporting records requested in the document.
Review the packet's signing, identification and witness instructions.
How to complete it
Who signs The agent, or an attorney at law representing the agent or the principal.
Sign before a notary Bring a current, government-issued photo ID.
Under Michigan’s Uniform Power of Attorney Act, an agent under a durable power of attorney must sign this acknowledgment of duties before acting (MCL 556.213(2)). This is the official statutory template.
Under MCL 700.3206, you may name a funeral representative to make decisions about your funeral and the disposition of your remains, ahead of your family members.
Federal privacy law (HIPAA) limits who doctors, hospitals, and insurers can talk to about you. This authorization lets the people you name receive your health information so they can help you.
A limited power of attorney lets someone (your “agent”) handle one specific matter for you, such as a real estate closing, a vehicle sale, or a bank transaction. It does not cover health care decisions.
In Michigan, a Patient Advocate Designation (Michigan’s health care power of attorney) names someone to make medical and mental health decisions for you when you cannot participate in them, and records your wishes.
This is Michigan’s official statutory form under the Uniform Power of Attorney Act (effective July 1, 2024) for naming an agent to handle your property and finances. It does not cover health care; for that, use a Patient Advocate Designation.
These forms are a free convenience, not legal advice. First Choice Mobile Notary & Apostille is not a law firm. Consult an attorney licensed in the relevant state for legal questions.