Permitted in Washington?
Yes, a power of attorney may be written so that it becomes effective upon a future date or event.[1]
Signing Requirements
The principal must acknowledge their signature before a notary public or someone authorized by law to take such acknowledgments.[2]
“Incapacity” Definition
“Incapacity” means inability of an individual to manage property, business, personal, or health care affairs because the individual:[3]
(a) Has an impairment in the ability to receive and evaluate information or make or communicate decisions even with the use of technological assistance; or
(b) Is:
(i) An absentee, as defined in chapter 11.80 RCW; or
(ii) Outside the United States and unable to return.