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In Maryland, a written power of attorney is assumed to be a ?durable? power of attorney unless the document says that it is not. A conventional power of attorney ends when the principal becomes too disabled to make decisions for himself. But a durable power of attorney does not end when the principal becomes disabled.

The power of attorney must be in writing and signed by the principal, or by someone else acting at the direction of the principal and in the presence of the principal. The signing must be acknowledged by the principal in the presence of a notary public.

In Maryland, a written power of attorney is assumed to be a ?durable? power of attorney unless the document says that it is not. A conventional power of attorney ends when the principal becomes too disabled to make decisions for himself. But a durable power of attorney does not end when the principal becomes disabled.

Ends with Your Death ? In the event of your death, a durable power of attorney will no longer be valid. This document is not a replacement for the last will and testament or trust. It Can be Revoked or Not Honored at Any Time ? Due to the lack of court oversight, not everyone honors a durable power of attorney.

Filing the Power of Attorney You must file the original, a photocopy or facsimile transmission (fax) of the power of attorney with the Comptroller of Maryland, Revenue Administration Division, P.O. Box 1829, Attn: POA, Annapolis, Maryland 21404-1829.

The law still requires that signatures be witnessed and properly notarized. While the law allows for the execution of POAs digitally, not all parties provided an electronically signed POA have been willing to accept the POA, as described below.