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Powers of Attorney and Guardianship: Protecting Autonomy and Decision-Making
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What is a power of attorney?
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A legal document that gives one person the authority to act on behalf of another person.
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A power of attorney is a legal document that gives one person (the agent) the authority to act on behalf of another person (the principal). The agent can be given broad or specific powers, and the power of attorney can be limited to a certain period of time or be effective indefinitely.