Maryland Limited (Special) Power of Attorney Form

A Maryland Limited (Special) Power of Attorney provides a detailed list of actions the agent may take. The principal initials the desired actions, and the form is signed before two witnesses and a notary to ensure its legal standing.

Last updated September 17th, 2024

Laws

Statutes – Maryland Power of Attorney Act (§ 17-101 – § 17-204)

Definition – “Power of attorney” means a writing or other record that grants authority to an agent to act in the place of the principal, whether or not the term “power of attorney” is used (§ 17-101(d)).

Statutory Form – § 17-203

Signing Requirements – Acknowledgment of Two (2) Witnesses and Notary Public (§ 17-110)