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Updated on January 14th, 2022

The Arizona Health Care Power of Attorney Form allows an individual to identify a second party they would like to operate on their behalf should they become too sick to discuss their requests concerning medical treatment. When choosing an attorney-in-fact, it is crucial that the principal makes sure that they can rely on the party they appoint, otherwise, they may select a person that does not have their best interest. To activate the arrangement, the transferor of powers should supply the document with any desired instructions, the agent’s contact info, and their endorsement for the exchange of rights. (This form demands that the signing occurs under the observation of a witnessing party or an official who can notarize the document.)

Laws

Statutes – Arizona Revised Statutes – Title 36, Chapter 32 – Living Wills and Health Care Directives (§ 36.3201 – 36.3296)

Definitions – “Health care power of attorney” means a written designation of an agent to make health care decisions that meets the requirements of section 36-3221 and that comes into effect and is durable as provided in section 36-3223, subsection A (§ 36.3201(6)).

Signing Requirements – The primary party conveying the powers must sign the instrument under the supervision of a notary public or witness (§ 36-3221(3)).

Revocation – § 36.3202