Minnesota Guardian of Minor (Child) Power of Attorney Form

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Updated July 16, 2026

A Minnesota guardian of minor (child) power of attorney form is a document that parents can use if they anticipate being away from their children for a period of time and need a trusted friend or relative to have the legal authority to make decisions related to the children in that period.

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.

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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]
- Temporary Custodian: The first to occur: 24 months or death of the parent.
- Standby Custodian: No statutory limit.
Signing Requirements: Must be signed before two witnesses (18 years or older) and the witnesses must sign.^[2]

Sample

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Sources

Minnesota Guardian of Minor (Child) Power of Attorney Form