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A South Dakota durable statutory power of attorney form allows a principal to select another person (?agent?) to act in their place for financial-related matters. The designation will last the lifetime of the principal unless revoked.

The durable power of attorney for health care can do everything that a living will can do. In addition, it gives your agent the power to actively remind your physician of your wishes. Your agent will make all of your health care decisions in the event you become incapacitated.

Yes, South Dakota Powers of Attorney require a notary public to oversee the signing of the document by the Principal and Agent. Additionally, 2 witnesses must also be present when a Medical POA is signed in order to legally validate the agreement.

One major downfall of a POA is the agent may act in ways or do things that the principal had not intended. There is no direct oversight of the agent's activities by anyone other than you, the principal. This can lend a hand to situations such as elder financial abuse and/or fraud.

The Power of Attorney usually expires when you stipulate it does: Generally, in South Dakota, the lifespan of a POA is defined by the terms stated in the POA document. This means that the POA could end on a specified date, when a certain event occurs, or when the principal becomes incapacitated or passes away.

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