Laws

Statute – Washington Natural Death Act (R.C.W. § 70-122-010 – § 70-122-925 ) and Uniform Power of Attorney Act (R.C.W. § 11-125-010 – § 11-125-903)

Definition – “Power of attorney” means a writing that uses the term “power of attorney” and grants authority to an agent to act in the place of the principal (§ 11-125-020(7)).

Signing Requirements – It is required to have a notary present to view the signing process or, in place of a notary, two (2) qualified witnesses (§ 11-125-050).