The Louisiana minor child power of attorney is a legal document that grants authority to an appointed agent, allowing them to make certain decisions and perform specific duties concerning the care of a minor child. This arrangement is helpful if the child’s parents or legal guardians are temporarily unable to care for the child due to illness, military deployment, or extended travel.
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In Louisiana, the relevant sections governing the power of attorney for the care of a minor child are primarily found under the Louisiana Revised Statutes. Specifically, these sections outline the framework and requirements for the establishment and execution of such powers of attorney:
To be legally binding, the document must be signed by the parent or legal guardian in the presence of a notary. Additionally, the parent or guardian can revoke the power of attorney at any time.
Check out all Louisiana POA forms for a complete guide to legal authorizations in healthcare, finances, and minor child care.
Document Name | Louisiana Minor Child Power of Attorney Form |
Other Name | Louisiana Temporary Guardianship Form |
Relevant Laws | Louisiana Revised Statutes, 9:951 – 9:954 |
Duration | One Year |
Avg. Time to Fill Out | 10 minutes |
# of Fillable Fields | 30 |
Available Formats | Adobe PDF |
It is crucial to complete the form accurately when granting someone provisional custody of a minor by mandate in Louisiana. Below are detailed instructions on how to fill out this document.
1. Enter Parish and Date Information
Start by entering the name of the parish in Louisiana where the mandate is being established. Then, fill in the current date on the lines provided to signify when the mandate is officially taking effect.
2. Provide Affiant and Child Information
Enter the name, marital status (single or married), and mailing address of the affiant—who is the child’s mother, father, or legal guardian. Subsequently, list the name(s) and date(s) of birth of the child or children for whom the mandate is granted.
3. Designate the Mandatary
Fill in the name and mailing address of the mandatary. This individual will assume provisional custody and is responsible for the welfare and decision-making regarding the child’s health, education, and general well-being.
4. Specify Authorities Granted
Initial beside each authority you are granting to the mandatary. These include consenting to medical care, enrolling the child in educational institutions, disciplining the child, and performing all necessary acts for the child’s support and welfare.
5. Set the Duration of the Mandate
Indicate the termination date of this mandate either by specifying a date or stating that it will last one year from the date of signing, whichever is shorter. This ensures clarity on how long the mandatary will have provisional custody.
6. Acknowledge Third Party Reliance
State your agreement that any third party who receives a copy of this document can rely on the authority granted to the mandatary. Agree to indemnify and hold harmless any third party from claims arising from their reliance on this mandate.
7. Mandatary Acceptance
Ensure that the mandatory signs the form to accept the responsibilities of provisional custody as outlined formally.
8. Gather Witness Signatures
Have the form witnessed by at least two individuals, who should sign the document in the notary’s presence to affirm that they have observed the signing process and agree with the document’s contents.
9. Notarize the Document
Have the document officially notarized to validate its authenticity. The notary will verify the identities of all signing parties and ensure that all parties understand and agree to the terms within the document.