A Nebraska Power of Attorney is a legal document that allows a designated agent to make crucial decisions on behalf of the principal. This could include financial decisions, medical decisions, or decisions related to property matters. By granting power of attorney, the principal can have peace of mind that their affairs will be handled appropriately if they cannot do so themselves.
Laws & Requirements
Statute: Nebraska Uniform Power of Attorney Act
Signing Requirements § 30-4005: Notary public.
By Type
General (Financial) Power of Attorney
Give your agent the ability to handle your financial and property needs.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Revocation of Power of Attorney
Use to revoke an existing power of attorney.
Signing Requirements: Notary public. (§ 30-4005).
Medical Power of Attorney
Give your agent the power to assist in health care decisions when you cannot make them for yourself.
Signing Requirements: Two witnesses or a notary public. (§ 30-3404).
Durable Power of Attorney
Ensure that your wishes are followed in the event that you become unable to make choices for yourself.
Signing Requirements: Notary public. (§ 30-4005).
Limited (Special) Power of Attorney
Give limited powers to an agent for certain tasks.
Signing Requirements: Notary public (§ 30-4005).
Springing Power of Attorney
“Springs” into action when a specific event occurs (such as if the principal becomes incapacitated).
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Vehicle Power of Attorney
Appoint an agent to make decisions on your motor vehicle.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Nebraska Tax Power of Attorney | Form 33
Use a Nebraska Department of Revenue Power of Attorney to appoint a state tax representative.
Minor (Child) Power of Attorney
Confers interim responsibility for a child's health and education.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Real Estate Power of Attorney
Permits an agent to oversee the principal's real estate dealings.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
