The New Jersey minor child power of attorney allows a parent, guardian, or custodian to delegate their powers concerning a child’s care, custody, or property to another person. This delegation can be done unless the other parent is deceased, incapacitated, or otherwise unavailable, and it requires the consent of the non-delegating parent when applicable.
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This power of attorney form can be valid for one year and may be renewed annually. It can also be extended by six months in exigent circumstances (New Jersey Statutes, § 3B-12-39). Additionally, the delegator can revoke the power of attorney at any time and retain their powers concurrently with the attorney-in-fact. This legal instrument ensures that children are cared for even when the primary caregivers cannot temporarily fulfill their duties.
For more information and access to other state-specific documents, please check out all New Jersey POA forms.
| Document Name | New Jersey Minor Child Power of Attorney Form |
| Other Name | New Jersey Temporary Guardianship Form |
| Relevant Laws | New Jersey Revised Statutes, Section 3B:12-39 |
| Duration | One Year |
| Avg. Time to Fill Out | 10 minutes |
| # of Fillable Fields | 40 |
| Available Formats | Adobe PDF |
Filling out the New Jersey minor child power of attorney form involves several crucial steps to ensure the document is legally binding and properly executed. This guide will walk you through the process to help you complete the form accurately.
1. Preparation and Initial Details
Begin by noting the date the power of attorney is being made. Identify the parties involved, including the parent, guardian, or custodian (referred to as the “principal”) and the alternative caregiver (referred to as the “attorney in fact”). Provide their full names and addresses.
2. Reason for Sole Signing (If Applicable)
If only one parent is signing, indicate the reason by checking the appropriate box. Reasons include the death of one parent, court-ordered custody removal, mental or physical incapacity, abandonment, or the parent residing out of the country.
3. Delegation of Powers
Clearly list the specific powers being delegated to the attorney-in-fact. These may include:
Also, include any additional matters related to the child’s care and custody.
4. Execution and Signatures
Both the principal and the attorney-in-fact must sign the document in the presence of witnesses. Two witnesses are required to sign, and their signatures must be notarized to validate the form.
5. Notarization
The form must be notarized to confirm the identities of the signatories and ensure the document is executed voluntarily. Notarization is essential for the legal standing of the power of attorney.
6. Additional Information
Complete the attached information sheet for each child, providing emergency contact details, medical conditions, allergies, medications, and other pertinent information.
