Michigan Power of Attorney for Minor (Child) Form

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Updated July 16, 2026

A Michigan power of attorney for minor (child) form is a document that allows a parent or parents to temporarily designate a responsible person to care for and make decisions on behalf of their child(ren).

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.

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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.

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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.

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Laws

Maximum Term:^[1]
- Military: Term of deployment plus 31 days
- Otherwise: 180 days
Signing Requirements: Must be notarized or attested by two witnesses.^[2]
Notification: Within 7 days of the execution of this POA, the principal must notify the court and provide the name, address, and telephone number of the attorney-in-fact.^[3]

Sample

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Sources

Michigan Power of Attorney for Minor (Child) Form