Can I relinquish the Power of Attorney over my father to my mother?
Full Question:
I have a durable Power of Attorney for my stepfather who is in a skilled care facility. My mother was unable to care for him at the time, but has since decided that she can take care of his business. His physician has declared him too incompetent to make a decision on his own behalf. Can I relinquish this duty to my mother without fear of any legal recourse. I do not believe that she has his best interest at heart, but I cannot keep fighting with her. The Power of Attorney has never been recorded.
05/01/2007 |
Category: Power of Attorney |
State: South Carolina |
#3489
Answer:
The person acting as an agent for a principal under a POA must be appointed as agent/attorney-in-fact or successor agent/attorney-in-fact in the POA.
