Signing Requirements
The principal is required to have their signature acknowledged by a notary public or another person authorized by law to take acknowledgments (VA Code § 64.2-1603).
Definition of “Durable”
“Durable,” with respect to a power of attorney, means not terminated by the principal’s incapacity (VA Code § 64.2-1600).
Definition of “Power of Attorney”
“Power of attorney” means a writing or other record that grants authority to an agent to act in the place of the principal, whether or not the term power of attorney is used (VA Code § 64.2-1600).
Statutory Form
Virginia has no durable statutory power of attorney, but information regarding durable powers can be found in VA Code § 64.2-1601.