Michigan Minor Child Power of Attorney (2026)
A Michigan parent can delegate parental powers over a child to another person by a properly executed power of attorney for up to 180 days (MCL 700.5103). It cannot delegate consent to adoption or be used to permanently transfer custody.
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Michigan minor child power of attorney: key facts
- Law
- MCL 700.5103.
- Maximum term
- 180 days.
- Military exception
- A parent deployed abroad in the armed forces: until the 31st day after the deployment ends.
- Cannot delegate
- Consent to adoption; it may not be used to permanently transfer custody.
- Notary
- The law requires a "properly executed" power of attorney; notarization is recommended.
Official source: MCL 700.5103 (Michigan Legislature) · Last reviewed: October 2026
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Frequently asked questions
- How long can a Michigan parental power of attorney last?
- Up to 180 days, except for a parent deployed abroad with the military.
- What do I receive?
- A ready-to-sign PDF and Word document (Power of attorney delegating parental powers (MCL 700.5103)) filled with your answers, plus signing instructions for Michigan.
- Can I get it in Spanish?
- Yes. You sign the English document and also receive a Spanish reference translation or summary and Spanish instructions.
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