Updated August 23, 2024
A Kansas power of attorney lets an individual (principal) choose an agent to handle decisions on their behalf. The agent granted the authority to manage financial, medical, and any special requests made by the principal. It is recommended that the agent be a trusted person since they commonly possess broad powers over the principal.
 Durable (Financial) Power of Attorney – This type appoints a representative to handle your general financial affairs and other matters.
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 General (Financial) Power of Attorney – Similar to the durable version although will not remain valid if the principal becomes incapacitated.
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 Limited Power of Attorney – This type is used for certain specific matters or time periods. It is limited by time and circumstance as the principal determines.
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 Medical Power of Attorney – To select an agent to represent one’s medical decisions in the event a person cannot speak for themselves.
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 Minor (Child) Power of Attorney – Used when parents need to leave their children in the charge of someone else if they anticipate being away for a period of time.
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 Revocation of Power of Attorney – This is not a power of attorney document, but it is used to terminate a current and valid form.
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 Real Estate Power of Attorney – To elect an individual to have the decision-making power to close or negotiate a real property transaction.
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 Springing Power of Attorney – Allows a durable power of attorney to ‘kick-in’ upon a principal’s subsequent incapacity.
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 Tax Power of Attorney (Form DO-10) – Used when you need someone to represent your interests with the tax authorities in Kansas.
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 Vehicle Power of Attorney (Form TR-41) – Used when you need a representative to handle your interests related to your motor vehicle in front of the Kansas Division of Vehicles.
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