Michigan General Power of Attorney (2026)
A Michigan general power of attorney gives your agent broad authority over your finances and ends if you become incapacitated, die or revoke it. Our form says expressly that it ends on incapacity. Signing: Notary OR two witnesses who are not the agent; only the notary gives a presumption of genuineness.
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Michigan power of attorney: key facts
- Signing (notary and witnesses)
- Notary OR two witnesses who are not the agent; only the notary gives a presumption of genuineness.
- Durable by default?
- Only if signed before a notary or two witnesses (MCL 556.204–556.205).
- Official form
- Statutory form, MCL 556.401 (Uniform Power of Attorney Act, in effect since July 1, 2024).
- Good to know
- Under a durable power, the agent signs an Agent's Acknowledgment before acting (MCL 556.402).
Official sources: MCL 556.401 · MCL 556.205 · Last reviewed: October 2026
How it works
- Answer a few questions about you, your agent and the powers. The form follows Michigan rules.
- See a free preview of your document.
- Unlock it with a one-time payment and download it in PDF and Word, with signing instructions for Michigan.
Frequently asked questions
- Does a general power of attorney need to be notarized in Michigan?
- Notary OR two witnesses who are not the agent; only the notary gives a presumption of genuineness.
- What happens if I become incapacitated?
- This general power of attorney ends. If you want your agent to keep acting, choose the durable power of attorney.
- Can my agent make medical decisions?
- No. This is a financial power of attorney. Health care decisions need a medical power of attorney.
- Can I get it in Spanish?
- Yes. You sign the English document and also receive a Spanish reference translation and Spanish signing instructions.
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Other power of attorney types in Michigan: Durable POA · Limited POA · Minor child POA