New York Minor Child Power of Attorney (2026)
In New York, a parent can sign a Designation of Person in Parental Relation (General Obligations Law Title 15-A) so another adult can consent to school and health care matters for a child. It can last up to 12 months, and a designation longer than 30 days must be notarized.
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New York minor child power of attorney: key facts
- Law
- General Obligations Law §§5-1551 to 5-1555.
- Maximum term
- Less than 12 months.
- Notary
- Required for more than 30 days (§5-1552(2)).
- Required contents (over 30 days)
- Addresses and phones of parent and designee, each child’s date of birth, start date, the designee’s written consent, and a statement that no court order prohibits it.
- Revocation
- By the parent at any time, orally or in writing; it ends on the parent’s death or incapacity (§§5-1554, 5-1555).
Official source: NY GOL §5-1552 (NY Senate) · NY GOL §5-1555 · Last reviewed: October 2026
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Frequently asked questions
- Does a New York parental designation need a notary?
- Yes, if it lasts more than 30 days. DoneDoc’s version includes all items required for designations over 30 days.
- What do I receive?
- A ready-to-sign PDF and Word document (Designation of Person in Parental Relation (GOL §5-1551 to §5-1555)) filled with your answers, plus signing instructions for New York.
- Can I get it in Spanish?
- Yes. You sign the English document and also receive a Spanish reference translation or summary and Spanish instructions.
- Is DoneDoc a law firm?
- No. DoneDoc provides self-help forms and does not give legal advice. We recommend having your document reviewed by a licensed attorney in your state before signing.
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