[header] How to notarize a power of attorney [title] Research your state laws. [step] Not all states require that the agent and principal sign the power of attorney document in front of a notary. [substeps] For example, in mississippi, the power of attorney document must be signed in front of a notary.
[header] How to notarize a power of attorney [title] Research your state laws. [step] Not all states require that the agent and principal sign the power of attorney document in front of a notary. [substeps] For example, in mississippi, the power of attorney document must be signed in front of a notary.
In new hampshire, signing in front of a notary is not required. You can find out whether your state requires notarization for a power of attorney document on the website uslegal.com. Florida, illinois, idaho, and tennessee have laws regarding the way contracts will be handled by a state's agent and principal. These laws also can be rejected in small claims court. In addition, you cannot write a power of attorney for a non-resident alien without his or her authorization to write it. Business president, secretary of state, or treasurer of a individuals corporation are considered non-residents and cannot sign in front of notaries. Search online for notaries in your state. In some states, there is no requirement the agent and principal sign the power of attorney document in the presence of a notary public.