Updated March 15, 2024
An Alaska springing power of attorney allows a person (principal) to choose someone else to act on their behalf for financial activities in the event they cannot act on their own behalf. This is most commonly due to being disabled or incapacitated.
Permitted in Alaska?
Yes, a person can select an option in a power of attorney document to go into effect upon their subsequent incapacity.[1]
Signing Requirements
Must be signed before a notary public or someone authorized to take acknowledgments.[2]
“Incapacity” Definition
“Incapacity” means inability of an individual to manage property or business affairs because the individual: