my mental health has been compromised and so i signed a power of attorney to a friend.i have since been put into a psychiatric hospital.what do i need to do to get out of this predicament. how does this end.i have no access to my finances or it seems any freedom to make any decision on my own.
2007-04-01 11:08:51 · 4 answers · asked by jennifer 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Assuming the power of attorney was valid to begin with, you can issue a "Revocation of Power of Attorney". If you were not competent when you signed to original power of attorney, it is not valid. Without seeing the power of attorney, the actual authority granted is unknown. A power of attorney can grant only specifically listed powers, of nearly all power you have yourself. Writing a will and granting power of attorney are the only things I no that a power of attorney CAN'T allow someone to do. The power of attorney DOES NOT prevent you from acting in your own name or limit your authority in any way. Being in a psychiatric hospital, on the other hand, may restrict your ability to conduct your own affairs.
2007-04-01 13:06:44 · answer #1 · answered by STEVEN F 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
You answered your own question. When you signed over power of attorney you gave your friend the right to your finances and the freedom to make your decisions.
2007-04-01 18:35:37 · answer #2 · answered by zebj25 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are competent to make decisions for yourself, the power of attorney does not prevent you from making those decisions, financial or otherwise. The power of attorney states specifically what powers the friend will have. If you were not competent when you signed it, it is null and void on its face. I would consider contacting a social worker and/or a lawyer.
2007-04-01 18:14:03 · answer #3 · answered by James 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The power of attorney (POA) can be revoked at anytime by you.
They can only act on behalf of your wishes, which must be outlined by you, when or if you become incompetent or no longer can physically do things yourself...they will carry out your wishes.
You have to develop the philosophy that they become a part of you and are the person that you trust.
I do feel very sorry for you...I hope that your prognosis is hopeful.
God Bless.
I gave the POA to my daughter...that is someone I trust.
2007-04-09 16:28:48 · answer #4 · answered by bob P11 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋