A Montana Power of Attorney is a legal document that grants an individual the authority to make critical decisions for another person. The person who gives this power is known as the “principal,” while the person chosen to make decisions is called the “agent.” It is important to note that the specifics of a Montana power of attorney may vary depending on the situation and the principal’s wishes.
Laws & Requirements
Statute: Uniform Power of Attorney Act.
Signing Requirements § 72-31-305: Notary public.
By Type
General (Financial) Power of Attorney
Give power over the financial aspects of your life.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Medical Power of Attorney
Designate another person to act on your behalf as it relates to health care decisions, including deciding treatment and signing documents for you.
Signing Requirements: Two witnesses (§ 50-9-103).
Revocation of Power of Attorney
Revokes your Power of Attorney.
Signing Requirements: Notary public (§ 72-31-305).
Durable Power of Attorney
Use so a power of attorney will still apply even if you can no longer make decisions on your own behalf.
Signing Requirements: Notary public (§ 72-31-305).
Limited (Special) Power of Attorney
Give limited powers to an agent for specific tasks.
Signing Requirements: Notary public (§ 72-31-305).
Springing Power of Attorney
Comes in effect only when a specific event occurs in the future.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Vehicle Power of Attorney (Form MV65)
Allows you to appoint someone to make decisions concerning your motor vehicle.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Montana Tax Power of Attorney Form (Dept. of Revenue)
Designate a qualified individual to handle your tax matters with the Montana's Department of Revenue.
Minor (Child) Power of Attorney
Assigns provisional guardianship for a child's wellbeing.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Real Estate Power of Attorney
Enables an agent to manage the principal's property matters.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
