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Powers Of Attorney

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Definitions

Creation of a power of attorney

Execution

Scope of authority

Duties of the agent

No duty to exercise authority unless specifically provided

Termination; revocation

Durable powers of attorney; when power of attorney not affected by disability

Effect of subsequent involuntary guardianship on power of attorney

Action for accounting; declaratory relief; termination of power of attorney

Remedies for violation by agent

Other common law and statutory remedies still available

Presumption of validity

Reciprocity

Provisions of statute implied; may not be waived; severable

Effective date; effect on existing powers of attorney