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question iconMy son is in prison and it’s difficult to get a POA notarized in there. I typed one up and had him sign it with two inmates witnessing and signing it. Is it a legal document?
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Yes, it is a legal document. Under Colorado Revised Statute 15-14-705, the document only needs to be signed by the principal (your son). Having said that, it is a best practice to have the document notarized. That’s because if it is notarized the power of attorney is presumed genuine, which has practical implications.


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Bill Henry
Estate PlanningDec 3, 2020
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