How do I get a power of attorney in Puerto Rico?

Answer by  patti (29325)

An individual must assign POA to you of his/her own free will. If the individual is incompetent, you may petition the court to name you guardian, which would entail POA. A resident of PR would have to assign the POA to you, or you would have to go there to make a petition.

Answer by  dafnalevi (15)

In order for a power of attorney to be valid in Puerto Rico, it must be drafted by a notary. In addition, the form must be registered with the Puerto Rico Powers Registry. The individual who serves as the notary is obligated to notify the Puerto Rico Powers Registry about the power of attorney, and apply for its registration.

Answer by  mammakat (11147)

If this has to do with property, your realtor can help you do this. Otherwise, if you are outside of Puerto Rico, you need an attorney IN Puerto Rico to act on your behalf. The procedures are the same as anywhere else in the US, you need to ascertain what they are.

Answer by  patti (29325)

Puerto Rican law dictates how (and if) power of attorney is assigned. An individual or an agent of the court must assign POA to you, you cannot create it on behalf of anyone else. You may give your POA to another competent adult, but you may not "get" POA for another individual except as stated here.

Answer by  flamiss22 (5081)

You can get one by going before a judge or getting a signed affavadit from a person who gives you permission to obtain one. You will then get it notarized.