Can a Parent Create a Power of Attorney Without Signing? | NC

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Q: Can a parent create a power of attorney while in the hospital if they cannot physically sign? A: Yes. Under North Carolina law, the key issue is not whether the parent can hold a pen. The key issue is whether the parent still has legal capacity. That means the parent understands what the power of attorney does, who they are choosing as agent, and what authority they are giving. If the parent…