Louisiana Power of Attorney for Minor (Child) Form

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Updated July 16, 2026

A Louisiana power of attorney for minor (child) allows parents to delegate decision-making authority over their children to someone else. This type of form is helpful when parents anticipate being away from their children for a period of time, such as long-term hospitalization.

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: One year.^[1]
Signing Requirements: Must be signed by two witnesses and notarized.^[2]

Sample

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Sources

Louisiana Power of Attorney for Minor (Child) Form