Alabama Minor (Child) Power of Attorney Form

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Updated July 15, 2026

An Alabama minor power of attorney form or delegation of powers is a legal document that lets a parent choose someone else to handle the day-to-day care of their child. This designation can last for a period of up to one year, upon which it can be renewed.

Where does the child currently reside?

This is important for State laws.

Which COUNTY does the child currently reside?

County

Which PARISH does the child currently reside?

Parish

A parent may not use this form to delegate parental powers regarding a child who is subject to the jurisdiction of the juvenile court under s. 48.13, 48.14, 938.12, 938.13, or 938.14, Wis. Stats.

I understand.

Tennessee. For delegations of parental authority in Tennessee, use of a state-supplied form is required. The form may be downloaded at:

https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/education/legal/legal_poa_minor_child_form.pdf

(1) If a child has another living parent whose whereabouts are known and who is willing and able to provide care and custody for the child, a parent may not leave the child with another person unless the other parent consents to the appointment in writing. (2) You may not appoint a temporary agent if your parental rights have been terminated or you have signed a voluntary surrender.

I understand.

A power of attorney is not a valid means of delegating childcare authority in the state of Maryland. Please contact the clerk of your county court for information about temporary guardianship.

I understand.

Laws

Maximum Term: 1 year.^[1]
Signing Requirements: Must be notarized.

Recording

It can be recorded in the office of a probate Judge (List of Offices).^[2] The cost of recording in most offices is around $10 (standard fee + $1.50 per page).

Sample

Download: PDF, MS Word, ODT

Sources

Alabama Minor (Child) Power of Attorney Form