Statutes – South Carolina Uniform Power of Attorney Act (§ 62-8)

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 (§ 62-8-102(7)).

Signing Requirements – South Carolina State Legislature § 62-8-105(2) obligates the form’s endorsement to be overseen and confirmed by a notary and two (2) witnesses to meet the state’s threshold for certification.