Statute – Uniform Power of Attorney Act ( § 75-9-101 – § 75-9-403)

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 (§ 75-9-102(7)).

Signing Requirements – It is mandated that a licensed notary be present during document signing and apply their signature to certify the act (§ 75-9-105(1)).